The symptoms of LGV are very different from the typical chlamydia symptoms of urethritis and cervicitis (see the section on chlamydia). Men are more likely than women to have noticeable symptoms. Three stages of symptoms can occur with LGV. In the first stage, a small red bump or ulcer occurs in the genital or anal [...]

Not everyone who is exposed to hepatitis C becomes infected. However, after an exposure there are currently no steps that can be taken to prevent infection, although prompt treatment with interferon may provide some help, as discussed later in this section. Injections with immune globulins (proteins in the body that fight infection) have not been [...]

incidence: very common cause: virus (cytomegalovirus) symptoms: flu-like symptoms, but usually none treatment: no treatment in symptom-free people WHAT IS IT? Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a member of the herpes family of viruses, but it causes different symptoms than the herpes simplex viruses (see the entry for herpes). It can be transmitted through sexual and nonsexual [...]

Because of misinformation or lack of information, people may not even know that they need to discuss safe sex with their partners. To understand that they do need to communicate, and to communicate effectively, couples must have accurate information about sexual health. Many people get their information about sex from the media: from television, books, [...]

Hypothyroidism. People with hypothyroidism have a lower than usual level of hormones produced by the thyroid gland. There are several possible causes for this condition. These hormones are important in the body’s metabolism, so someone with hypothyroidism may experience low energy, may gain weight, and may have irregular periods. A simple blood test can evaluate [...]