Infectious Disease

Having herpes doesn't mean you can't contribute to lifesaving blood donations. Millions of Americans live with herpes simplex virus (HSV), and many wonder if their [...]

Bacterial vaginosis affects 1 in 4 women, with nearly 60% experiencing recurrence within 12 months of antibiotic treatment. While antibiotics remain the gold standard, [...]

Mpox (formerly monkeypox) has emerged as a significant public health concern, with cases reported across multiple countries. This viral infection, caused by the monkeypox [...]

Understanding your genital warts treatment options is crucial for effective management and preventing transmission to partners. With multiple approaches available, from [...]

UTIs don't always cause fever, but when they do, it's often a sign your infection has spread beyond the bladder. Understanding when fever accompanies a UTI can help [...]

Bacterial vaginosis affects up to 29% of women of reproductive age, making metronidazole one of the most commonly prescribed antibiotics for gynecological infections. This [...]

UTIs don't always stay confined to the bladder. When they spread upward to the kidneys, nausea often joins the typical burning and frequency symptoms, signaling a [...]

Bladder infections affect millions annually, with many seeking natural alternatives to antibiotics. While some home remedies show promise, others can delay proper treatment [...]

Understanding what gonorrhea looks like can help you recognize potential symptoms, but visual identification alone isn't enough for diagnosis. This bacterial sexually [...]

Discovering bumps or spots on your genitals can be alarming, but not all genital skin variations indicate a sexually transmitted infection. Understanding the difference [...]