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Herpes

Herpes with no symptoms?
I recently tranmitted herpes to my new partner and he has questions. What about condoms? What about oral sex?

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HPV

What is the difference between a Pap test and an HPV test?
A year ago my partner was diagnosed with high-risk HPV. What type of screening does she need now?

I'm confused about the news that new HPV tests are available. How are these tests different? Isn't my Pap enough?

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STDs/STIs

How long a person can have trichomoniasis and carry it?

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Relationships

My relationship with my wife has deteriorated to the point where there is no physical contact (and no sex!) whatsoever. What can I do?

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For parents

I'm the parent of a pre-teen. How do I broach the subject of sex and STIs with my child?

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