STD Has Impact Later in Life

Posted by Steffie:  2008-08-21 22:22:24

I recently stumbled upon a study funded by the National Institutes of Health which found that a history of sexually transmitted disease also has an impact on sexual health later in life. It stated that sexual dysfunction is not an inevitable part of aging, but it is strongly related to mental and physical health, demographics and lifetime experiences.

I regret that as a teen, I was a bit on the wild side. Now that's an understatement. I've shared on this blog previously that I've had an abortion. With the unsafe sex practices I engaged in, I also got an STD.

The study shows that having had an STD quadruples the odds of experiencing sexual pain and triples lubrication problems. Yes, occasionally, there is pain and I didn't realize it until now but lubrication has been an issue for the past year or so.

I have an appointment with the doctor next week. This time, I'll be equipped with the information needed for the doctor and I to be able to discuss my health issues comprehensively.

Women Need to Be More Informed

Posted by Blithe: 2008-08-27 12:59:36

It is true that STDs have an impact later in life. This is a great post that will offer women the chance to understand the intensity of STDs and the reality that it is not a short term situation.

Applause

Posted by jillmadrid: 2008-09-05 23:20:24

It is truly important to voice opinions like these where women can read them and learn from them. Life is all about preparing for the future and women often feel that once the STD is treated they will have nothing to worry about. Nothing could be farther from the truth.

The effect of the STD on the female reproductive system can leave women unable to conceive or carry children among other harsh consequences.

The key to stopping this from happening is teaching young girls about the effects of STDs early in life. The sex talk needs to be blunt and to the point.