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Posted on: 05/27/2003
Question
What are some symptoms for stds?
Answer
Many people do not have any symptoms when they have a sexually transmitted disease or infection. If you think you were exposed to one, you can be checked by a medical professional at a teen-friendly clinic, like Planned Parenthood.
need to pee often
burning and pain when you pee
drip or discharge (white and watery or yellowish and thick) from the penis
sores, bumps, or blisters near or on the penis, testicles, or mouth
itching and burning in and around your vagina
bleeding when not having a period
change in the color, amount, or smell of the discharge from your vagina
pain inside your vagina when you have sex, or bleeding after sex
sores, warts, bumps, or blisters around your mouth, vagina, or anus
pain or cramps when you urinate or have a bowel movement
need to pee often
flu-like symptoms - achy joints, chills, and fever
If people have symptoms, they could include:
For men:
For women:
Answered By:
Nancy Brown, PhD
Nancy Brown, PhD