Human papillomavirus (HPV) has over 100 different types, but only a few of them cause genital warts, while other types can cause cervical cancer. HPV is among the most common STIs in the Philippines. There are people who are able to fight off the virus on their own, but there are some who will develop […]
Genital herpes are blisters and sores that developed from an infection caused by a virus. How Do You Get It Herpes can be passed through skin-to-skin contact with the infected areas, whether or not the person has visible sores or other symptoms. Once you contract herpes, the virus is always present in the body, and […]
What is it? Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection. It is caused by a bacteria called chlamydia trachomatis. It can infect both men and women. In women, it usually affects the cervix, while it may infect the urethra in both men and women. It can also infect the rectum, throat, or eyes. How do […]
Gonorrhea is one of the most common types of sexually transmitted infections, with 78 million new cases globally each year. It can be contracted through unprotected oral, vaginal, or anal sex. Recently, it has been discovered that gonorrhea is becoming drug-resistant, making it much harder and in some cases impossible to treat. New data from […]
Breast Cancer Breast cancer is a serious health concern, and the most rampant form of cancer in Filipino women. According to doctors, they have estimated that breast cancer will develop in 3 out of 100 Filipino women during their lifetime. A lump in the breast or an abnormal mammogram are the first signs of breast […]
The vagina naturally has a healthy balance of bacteria and yeast. The hormone estrogen helps lactobacilli (a bacteria) to grow, and fend off harmful organisms in the vagina to keep you healthy. When this balance is disrupted, candida (a fungus) can grow in excessive amounts and result in a yeast infection. How Do You Get […]
Pubic lice — also known as crabs — are small parasites that attach to the skin and hair near your genitals. Crabs aren’t dangerous, and they’re usually pretty easy to get rid of. Millions of people get infected with pubic lice every year. They are tiny insects that look like tiny versions of the crabs […]
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) refers to an infection of the fallopian tubes, uterus, or ovaries. It is not an STI, but most women who get STIs such as chlamydia or gonorrhea end up developing PID. How Do You Get It If PID is not discovered or treated, it will spread through genital organs and lead […]
A common fertility myth is that there is no chance of getting pregnant if a woman has unprotected sex while on her period. Although the chances are lower, the possibility isn’t completely down to zero. […]
Are your testicles itchy? It might not be an immediate concern, but it can be a signal of something worse or you simply need a change of underwear. This problem isn’t rare, where regular everyday tasks can cause quite the ruckus under the belt. It’s a concern that can always be shrugged off, no matter […]
