Maybe not. Many STDs have signs that are hard to notice. You can catch a love bug and not even know it!
No. Taking the pill doesn't protect against STDs. Even if you take the pill, you should still use latex condoms.
No. Almost every kind of STD can be spread through oral sex.
No. Even if your symptoms go away, STDs stay in the body. You need to be treated by a doctor. Don't try to treat yourself!
Yes. Even if you get treated, you can catch some STDs over and over. This is especially true if your sex partner doesn't get treated. He or she can pass the disease back to you.
No. Many STDs besides AIDS can cause serious health problems-including death.
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