Sexually transmitted diseases are diseases caused by viruses, bacteria, parasites or fungi, most of which are transmitted through unprotected intercourse. Moreover, infection can occur with any form of sexual contact. It has been established that the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases from man to woman is much easier than from woman to man. The reason for this is the large surface area (vaginal mucosa) through which the virus enters the body. Also, a woman risks being infected with a venereal disease: in the presence of cervical erosion, during menstruation, with a complete rupture of the hymen, with wounds on the mucous membrane.
The fact that there is no immunity against sexually transmitted diseases makes us involuntarily think that absolutely every person is in danger of being infected. There is only one way out - prevention of sexually transmitted diseases.
Since sexual diseases are spreading at a tremendous pace over the past decade, many specialists have begun to work intensively, not only in terms of seeking treatment, but also warning.
Prevention of sexually transmitted diseases includes various measures, the main place among which is compliance with the rules of sexual activity. The constant change of partners and unwillingness to use contraceptives significantly increase the chance of contracting sexually transmitted diseases. But it should be borne in mind that in addition to complications that can be treated, a venereal disease can result in death. In addition, many diseases do not have visible signs that would indicate their presence. Therefore, even if a person does not have an obvious picture of the disease or is completely absent, it is necessary to play it safe and undergo a routine examination at least every six months.
You also need to know that the prevention of these diseases should be carried out not after sexual intercourse, but before it. After all, by performing some measures to protect your body, you can protect yourself from unnecessary problems.
Vineric diseases: how to avoid their occurrence
- Do not go close to people you do not know well. After all, there is no guarantee that a very well-dressed woman or man will be healthy. In addition, even the person himself can be sure that he is not sick, because, as mentioned above, most diseases occur without symptoms.
- If you still have sexual contact, then be sure to use the most effective way to prevent all sexually transmitted diseases - a condom. But you must also take into account the fact that when it slips or is damaged, the effectiveness of the protection decreases several times.
- Also be on the lookout if your partner, even if it’s constant and already verified, belongs to the so-called “risk group” - those who have contact with the blood of strangers. This group includes: nurses, doctors, laboratory assistants, and people who have had a blood transfusion.
- Do not forget that taking intravenous drugs also leads to a risk of developing sexually transmitted diseases. Therefore, if you notice traces of injections in the groin or on the forearm of your intended partner, be sure to use a condom.
- There are also many birth control drugs that can protect against infection. After all, almost all of them are endowed with an antiseptic effect, and this helps to destroy a number of diseases.
- If you have several sexual partners, you can use hormonal drugs in combination with chemical or barrier methods of contraception. For their best selection, you should consult a doctor.
- Prevention of sexually transmitted diseases is, first of all, compliance with the rules of personal hygiene. Therefore, never use someone else's towel, washcloths, or even less a razor and underwear.
- If nevertheless you had unforeseen sexual contact, and even without contraceptives (condoms), then if possible immediately treat the genitals with an antiseptic solution. It will help literally stop the causative agents of the infection, preventing them from reaching their destination.
As a result of all of the above: the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases is the only way to protect yourself from unnecessary health problems.