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How are STDs treated? Is treatment different during pregnancy? What is prophylaxis?
Treatment of STDs
How are STDs treated?
Finding STD Treatment
Worried you might have a sexually transmitted disease, but don't know where to get treatment? It's probably easiest to go to your own doctor, but if you don't have insurance, or are uncomfortable seeing your regular practitioner, there are certainly other affordable options you can explore.
How are Genital Warts (HPV) Treated?
Treatment for HPV is only to reduce symptoms.
How are Pubic Lice Treated?
Pubic lice are normally treated with topical pesticides.
How are Scabies Treated?
Scabies are treated with topical pesticides.
How is Bacterial Vaginosis Treated?
Bacterial vaginosis can be treated either orally or topically.
How is Chancroid Treated?
Chancroid is treated with antibiotics.
How is Chlamydia Treated?
Chlamydia is treated with antibiotics.
Chlamydia: Diagnosis & Treatment
How is chlamydia diagnosed? How is it treated?Warning: Photos May Offend Some Viewers
How is Gonorrhea Treated?
Gonorrhea is treated with antibiotics
How is Hepatitis B Treated?
There is no specific treatment available for acute hepatitis B.
How is Herpes Treated?
Herpes can be treated, but not cured, with certain anti-viral medications.
How is HIV/AIDS Treated?
Treatment for HIV is incredibly complex.
How Do I Get Treated for Lymphogranuloma Venereum?
Lymphogranuloma venereum, a type of chlamydia infection, is treated with antibiotics. Learn more about treatment for this particular type of chlamydia infection.
How is Non-Gonoccocal Urethritis (NGU) Treated?
Most cases of NGU are treated the same way as chlamydia.
How is Syphilis Treated?
Syphilis is treated with specific types of penicillin.
How is Trichomoniasis Treated?
Trichomoniasis is treated with one of two drugs - metronidazole or tinidazole.
How Do I Get Treated for Molluscum Contagiosum?
Molluscum contagiosum is treated by removal of the sores.
How Do I Get Treated for Mycoplasma Genitalium?
Mycoplasma genitalium is the most common cause of non-gonococcal urethritis in men, and is often associated with bacterial vaginosis and cervicitis in women. It is treated with antibiotics.
Planned Parenthood
Looking for an affordable place to get screened and treated for sexually transmitted diseases? Find your local Planned Parenthood clinic here.

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