If you develop symptoms of a
sexually transmitted disease (STD), it is important to
be evaluated by a health professional soon after your symptoms start. Symptoms
of an STD include:
- Painful urination. (This often is the first
symptom and may be the only symptom.)
- Fever.
- Cloudy
urine.
- Abnormal discharge from the penis.
- Crusting at
the tip of the penis.
- Sores, lumps, blisters, rashes, or warts on
or around the genitals or anus.
- Pain, swelling, or tenderness in
the scrotum (epididymitis).
- Itching, tingling, pain, or burning of the
genitals.
- Deep pelvic ache (prostatitis).
- Sores in the throat.
Many STD symptoms will go away or change quickly.
This does not mean that the STD has gone away. It will
be more difficult for your health professional to diagnose your STD after the
symptoms have changed. A delay in being evaluated may lead to a more serious
illness.
Note: | If you suspect you may have symptoms of an STD: Do
not have sexual contact or activity while waiting for your appointment. This
will reduce the possible spread of infection to your partner. |
