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Sexual Health Centre
Infections and Safer Sex |
Infections
There are many infections a woman
can get in her genital area. Germs that live in or on a person's genitals
cause these diseases. These germs can be passed from one person to another
during sex. Practicing safer sex every time
can help you avoid these infections.
These are some common symptoms
of genital infections - often infections are not noticed, that is,
they have no symptoms:
- unusual discharge
from the vagina
This may be a fluid or mucus that is bloody, looks cloudy or smells
bad.
- sores
- itching
- painful intercourse
- frequent or painful urination
Even if you don't have any of
these symptoms you can still have an infection. Even infections that have
no symptoms can cause damage and may affect your ability to have children.
Practice safer sex and have regular check-ups to protect your health.
Use these links to learn more
about each type of infection.
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