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Incarceration and Sexually Transmitted Infections
Incarceration may contribute to sexual risk behaviors and STIs.
Signs of Chlamydia During Pregnancy
BabyCenter.Com states that approximately 3 million new cases of chlamydia occur each year in the United States alone. Although this sexually-transmitted infection can affect both men and women, it has potentially serious side effects for pregnant women in particular. Knowing the signs of chlamydia d
Atherosclerosis and Erectile Dysfunction
The link between atherosclerosis -- the hardening of the body's arteries -- and erectile dysfunction is well known to doctors. If you have ED, understanding the connection might save your life. WebMD explains.
Information About the Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Infection by HPV (the human papillomavirus) is common. WebMD explains the risks of infection and the strains of HPV that can lead to cancer.
HPV-Linked Throat Cancer May Have Telltale First Symptoms
Signs of potential trouble could be different in people without the virus, study suggests
Molecular Genetics of Sex Determination
Sex determination is defined as the commitment of the indifferent gonad to a testis or an ovary, a developmental process that is genetically programmed in a critically timed and gene dosage-dependent manner.
HIV Symptoms and When to Get Tested
There is a common misconception among many people these days that HIV home tests are unnecessary for them. While some people still believe that the disease only exists among prostitutes, homosexuals, and IV drug users, the HIV statistics prove that people of any age, race, sexual preference, or life
MicroRNA Signature, Regulatory Functions in Endometrium-Normal and Disease
What are the underlying mechanisms of how endometrial microRNAs (miRNAs) are regulated under normal and pathologic conditions? What are their specific target genes and their functions?
Cervical Decompression Therapy
Cervical compression, or cervical spondylosis, occurs when spinal discs and vertebrae degenerate, resulting in pressure on the spinal cord. Cervical compression causes pain, increased reflexes, numbness, tingling and dexterity issues in the arms and legs. Cervical decompression therapy eases the pr
Gonorrhea Unzipped Especially For You
Gonorrhea, also known as Neisseria Gonorrheae, is a bacterial infection. It is also known under the name of "clap", and many other names received in time. They are well to be known, no matter where they come from. Gonorrhea is a widely spread infection and the transmissibility levels are h
Herpes Treatment Should Not Involve Pills and Side Effect Management
Genital herpes is a lifelong condition that can create painful outbreaks and embarrassing side effects. It is also one of the most common STDs in the world, with many people transmitting the disease because they have no idea that they have it.
Pain During Sex
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of sex pain, including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Making Marriage Matter
Marriage is more than just a ring on your finger -- it’s a bond between two people that should grow over time and add value to your life.
Predicting Miscarriage in Pregnancies of Uncertain Viability
Are there scoring systems and tests available to clinicians to help predict miscarriage rates in pregnancies of uncertain viability?
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Test
A human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) test detects antibodies to HIV in the blood. This determines whether an HIV infection is present (HIV - positive).
Testing For HIV Infection And The PEP Medication
HIV infected people feel healthy and well for a few years. But when their CD4 count severely drops, they begin to show signs of other diseases. These symptoms may include night sweats, oral thrush, sudden weight loss, swollen glands in the groin, armpit or neck, tiredness or endless diarrhea.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Chlamydia
Chlamydia is now the single most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the UK. It is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia Trachomatis and the number of new diagnoses in the UK has been climbing steadily since the 1990s. In 2010 there were over 160,000 confirmed cases of Chlamydia, compared to
Genital Warts Removal - What Should I Do?
Genital warts removal is not that hard a process as you may have imagined. Good research always helps. What actually makes this disease so horrible is its very ugly symptoms - warts.
HIV, AIDS, and Cytomegalovirus
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a herpes virus that can severely affect those infected by HIV. Learn more.