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STD, otherwise called sexually transmitted diseases, are infectious diseases that are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse. STDs can be transmitted through unprotected vaginal, anal, or oral sex with a person who is already infected. The common diseases are chlamydia, HPV infection, syphilis, gonorrhea, and HIV.

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My HIV duo test was negative on 20th day after exposure. Am I safe?

Query: Hello doctor, I had an exposure two months back. I received a blow job from a sex worker. The activity I indulged in was blowjob and kiss, no penetrative sex was done, and I did not give her oral either. I was so tensed that on the 20th day of exposure, I had HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) 2 plu...  Read Full »


Dr. Kiran Anaparthi

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First, I need to inform you that, the oral cavity has the lowest viral load and the possibility of transmission is least to none. Secondly, the HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) virus has an envelope that is made of fats which will be digested by salivary enzymes. So, HI...  Read Full »

I need some education on STD. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I need some education on STD. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Kiran Anaparthi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please let me know what you need to know about STD.  Read Full »

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