Talking To Millennials About STDs

STDs continue to be a major issue that affects young and older people. It’s also an issue with which you may have a difficult time discussing with your sexual partner(s). Below are a few recommendations, from recent articles, regarding STDs:

• Obtain a diagnosis and get treated immediately if you experience STD symptoms.
• Educate yourself about the disease, when diagnosed, before you have a discussion with your partner(s).
• Talk to your partner(s) about the disease as soon as possible.
• Inform your past partner(s) if you think you have had the disease for some time.
• Talk to your partner(s) by telephone if you feel you cannot have a face to face discussion.
• Discontinue having sex until the STD is eliminated.
• Be honest with your physician.