A GP has explained why some common beliefs about sexually transmitted infections are not true, after cases of chlamydia and gonorrhoea reach record highs in some parts of Ireland
A GP has moved to dispel some common myths about sexually transmitted infections as Ireland faces rising STI rates.
A very common myth about STIs is that you will always know you have one, according to Dr Bennett. "Not all STIs show immediate or obvious symptoms. Some STIs, like chlamydia and gonorrhoea, can be asymptomatic, meaning you may have them without experiencing any noticeable symptoms. Dr Dennett adds that it is possible to get an STI more than once, despite the common belief that you are "immune" to reinfection.
Men and women also don't have the same symptoms when it comes to STIs. "Women are more likely to experience pelvic pain or abnormal vaginal bleeding with certain STIs, whereas men might have penile discharge or testicular pain."
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