STIs and Symptoms

Most STIs have no symptoms but they can lead to serious long-term health issues if left untreated.

Some STIs can be passed from mother to baby during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

Regular sexual health checks are recommended for anyone who is sexually active.

Symptoms

Some people may have symptoms. If you do, you might notice:

• discharge (fluid) that looks or smells different, coming from your vagina, penis or anus
• pain or discomfort when you:
  • urinate (pee)
  • have sex
• unusual vaginal bleeding
• blisters, warts, lumps, bumps or sores on your genitals
• genital itchiness or rashes.

Types of STIs

You can learn more about the following STIs on the Health Direct website:

• bacterial vaginosis
• balanitis
• chlamydia
• genital herpes / herpes simplex virus (HSV)
• genital warts and HPV
• gonorrhoea
• hepatitis B
• hepatitis C
• HIV
• pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
• pubic lice (crabs)
• syphilis
• trichomoniasis
• vaginal thrush

You can also find out about:

• mpox
• donovanosis.

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