Who is likely to have STI?

1. People that have unprotected sexual intercourse (sex without condom)
2. People with more than one sexual partner: it is said that when you sleep with Mr/Miss A, you have indirectly slept with everyone Mr/Miss A sleep with.
3. Some types of sex increase the risk e.g. anal sex, sex with animals etc

What are the likely symptoms?

Man

1. Sore or wound or rash on the penis
2. Discharge or pus come out of the penis
3. Pain during urination
4. Lower abdominal pain
5. Swollen testes may occur

Woman

1. Vaginal discharge with or without itching
2. Lower abdominal pain
3. High temperature/fever
4. Pain during sex
5. There may be fingerlike fleshy growths on the private part

What you can do

Most people with STI show no sign or symptoms, yet such a person can pass the infection to another person. Thus prevention is better practiced

1. Abstinence: abstaining from sex is the most effective way to avoid getting an STI
2. Be faithful; have a single sexual partner and stay faithful to the person
3. Condom use; condoms when used properly prevent STI and pregnancy
4. Get proper treatment if you notice any sign of STI, don’t do trial of drugs or self-medication
5. Do not engage in sex under the influence of alcohol and or controlled drugs
6. If you get any STI, advise your sexual mate(s) to get tested and treated.