Understanding the symptoms of common Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) is essential if you're sexually active. Dr. Lawrence Tran can help you identify the symptoms of STDs and provide treatment in Burbank and North Hollywood, CA.

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)

HPV is the most common STD in the united states and the CDC estimates that there are about 14 million new infections each year. There are about 200 strains of HPV and they can be classified as high and low risk.

Most people with HPV don't show symptoms but it might present as genital warts on some. genitals warts appear as flat lesions or bumps. Warts in your mouth and throat might also signify an HPV infection.

Syphilis

Syphilis, a bacterial STD with lots of history is still prevalent today. The four stages of Syphilis infections are:

• Primary
• Secondary
• Latent
• Tertiary

The symptoms of Syphilis infection vary with the stage of infection. Common symptoms of syphilis infections include:

• Painless sores
• Swollen lymph nodes
• Sore throat
• Skin rash
• Headaches
• Tiredness

Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is a prevalent Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae that would benefit from early detection and treatment. Most men with gonorrhea might no present with symptoms and the symptoms in women are generic and might be mistaken for other conditions.

Untreated gonorrhea could lead to Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) in women which can cause infertility. In men, untreated gonorrhea could also result in infertility in rare cases. Your Burbank, CA, Doctor, Dr. Lawrence Tran, could help you diagnose and treat your STD before complications arise if you stay in the North Hollywood area.

Symptoms of gonorrhea are:

• Painful urination
• Burning and itching vagina area
• Increased vaginal discharge and vaginal bleeding in between periods
• Penis discharge

Genital Herpes

Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (HSV-1) and Herpes Simplex Virus 2 (HSV-2) are responsible for genital herpes. The most important symptom of genital herpes is blisters that appear around the genitals, rectum, and mouth. These blisters can break forming painful sires that could take weeks to heal.

Flu-like symptoms such as fever, aching muscles, swollen lymph nodes, and loss of appetite might accompany these blister outbreaks.

Chlamydia

Chlamydia is a bacterial STD among males and females. Untreated chlamydia in females could result in Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) which might cause fertility problems later on.

Many people with chlamydia only get symptoms several weeks after the sexual encounter while others don't show signs at all. Nevertheless, signs that you might have chlamydia include:

• Painful urination
• Vagina discharge
• Penile discharge
• Pain or swelling in testes

If you observe these symptoms or suspect that you might have an STD, you should see your doctor, Dr. Lawrence Tran in North Hollywood and Burbank, CA. Call (818) 391-1028 to schedule your appointment.