While most people couldn’t imagine getting a sexually transmitted disease, it is much more likely than you think.  Even in a monogamous relationship without your partner cheating on you, sexually transmitted diseases like chlamydia and gonorrhea are possible to contract.  Both of these sexually transmitted diseases can be transmitted due to a long-standing infection that was never diagnosed or one that is symptom-free.  At least 70% of women with chlamydia don't notice any symptoms.  Because of the lack of symptoms, the prevalence is quite high with the CDC approximating in 2018 that were around four million cases of chlamydial infections alone.  And the incidence among you people is shocking with two-thirds of new infections occurring in individuals aged 15-24, resulting in an estimated 1 in 20 sexually active young women aged 14-24 are affected by chlamydia.  Sadly, without even knowing this disease left untreated could result in these women having permanent damage to their reproductive system, pelvic inflammatory disease or even infertility.

Let’s talk about sex, baby. September is Sexual Health Awareness Month, a month dedicated to promoting education and openness around sex. Here at Ms. Medicine, we care about our clients’ overall wellness, including sexual health. So, to celebrate this September, let’s get (busy) talking. We all deserve to feel empowered to do so.

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