STI
Sexually transmitted infection, like chlamydia, gonorrhoea, herpes or HIV. Many have no symptoms.
What does STI mean?
STI: Sexually transmitted infection, like chlamydia, gonorrhoea, herpes or HIV. Many have no symptoms.
How it is used in the Splash library
Green, yellow or frothy: possibly trichomoniasis (an STI).
From “Discharge, decoded”BV is common and not classed as an STI, but sex can trigger it.
From “Smell changes down there”Neither is classed as an STI, and both are very treatable.
From “Thrush vs BV: the itchy, fishy truth”Using one alongside another method (sometimes called “double Dutch”) gives you great pregnancy protection plus STI protection.
From “Condoms: external & internal”If a condom was removed without your agreement, ask a sexual health clinic about emergency contraception and an STI test.
From “When someone controls your contraception or pregnancy choices”
Where it comes up
Body literacyDischarge, decoded5 min readBody literacySmell changes down there4 min readConditionsThrush vs BV: the itchy, fishy truth5 min readContraceptionCondoms: external & internal5 min readContraceptionWhen someone controls your contraception or pregnancy choices6 min read · Deep diveCycle basicsSpotting between periods4 min readFertility & TTCHow long does it take to get pregnant?4 min readFertility & TTCYour preconception checklist5 min readFertility & TTCWhen to get fertility help5 min read · Deep divePeriod careSex on your period4 min readSex & relationshipsSTI testing & safer sex5 min readSex & relationshipsHow partners can support each phase4 min readSex & relationshipsBleeding after sex: what it can mean4 min readSex & relationshipsSexual health for LGBTQ+ people2 min read
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