Sexually transmitted diseases and their testing
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are transmitted through sexual contact. They should always be treated as early as possible.
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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) should always be treated as early as possible. Diseases caused by bacteria can be treated with antibiotics. Symptoms of diseases caused by viruses can also be treated. Sexually transmitted diseases and genital skin diseases are included in the area of expertise of dermatologists.
Basic facts about sexually transmitted diseases
- Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are transmitted through sexual contact.
- Sexually transmitted diseases caused by bacteria include chlamydia, syphilis, gonorrhoea and Mycoplasma genitalium.
- The most common viral STDs are genital herpes and HPV (papillomavirus-induced condyloma ), whereas hepatitis and HIV infection are less common.
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Sexually transmitted diseases and genital skin diseases are included in the area of expertise of dermatologists.
Book an appointment with a dermatologistMore information about sexually transmitted diseases
- HIV and AIDS
- Chlamydia
- Syphilis
- Genital warts (condyloma)
- Mycoplasma genitalium
- Genital herpes
- Gonorrhoea
Protect yourself from STDs
Condoms protect against STDs. Read more about contraception and the various methods of contraception.
Do you suspect a sexually transmitted disease or would like to get tested?
If you have had unprotected sex and are considering the possibility of a sexually transmitted disease, come to our laboratory for tests.
You can book an appointment with our dermatologists through our online appointment booking service or by calling +358 (0)10 414 00 (0,084 €/min).
The expert for this article was Veli-Jukka Anttila, a specialist in infectious diseases and internal medicine.
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