Other sexually transmitted diseases

In addition to the more well-known sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as syphilis or gonorrhoea, there are a number of other STIs that are transmitted during sex. These include genital warts, genital herpes and intestinal parasites.
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In all cases, it is important to pay attention to changes in your own body and to speak to a doctor if you have any suspicions and have yourself examined if necessary. There are good treatment options.

Genital warts/HPV

With Genital warts are small, pointed growths in the genital and anal area, more rarely also in the mouth. They are caused by Genital warts of human papilloma viruses (HPV). Some HPV types can lead to cancer in rare cases. You can be vaccinated against certain HPV variants.

Transmission

HPV is easily transmitted. The viruses are found in skin cells, which can easily be passed on during sex.

Protection

Unfortunately, condoms are of little help because the viruses are also transmitted through hands, dildos or skin contact, for example.

 

There is the possibility of a vaccination that protects against the most important representatives of HPV - but only if you have not already caught the virus.

Symptoms

An HPV infection does not cause any symptoms. Also Genital warts are often not noticed because they do not cause any symptoms themselves. However, they can lead to eczema with considerable Itching lead. If left untreated, they can spread: Wart "carpets" then proliferate around the hole or glans.

 

Some HPV types cause cell changes that can lead to cancer (e.g. anal cancer). If recognised early enough, the cell changes can be treated well.

 

HPV infections occur in people with HIV and Genital warts They are more likely to be infected with several types of HPV at the same time. You should therefore have yourself checked at least once a year for precursors of anal cancer.

Treatment

Genital warts can be treated with creams, icing or laser, for example. Larger growths are removed surgically.

 

Unfortunately, there is no guarantee of success: often the Genital warts because there is no direct therapy against the viruses.

Inform partners

If you have been diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease, you should inform your last sexual partners if possible. They can then also be tested and treated if necessary. This also prevents re-infection, the so-called "ping-pong effect", and passing it on to others.