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Expert, evidence-based articles on STIs, testing, prevention, and sexual wellbeing. Written by UK sexual health experts.

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Sore or Itchy Head of the Penis: Causes, Symptoms & When Testing Helps
Sexual Health
10 min read

Sore or Itchy Head of the Penis: Causes, Symptoms & When Testing Helps

A sore or itchy head of the penis can be uncomfortable and worrying, especially when symptoms persist or recur. This guide explains common symptoms, non-infectious skin conditions, fungal infections, and sexually transmitted infections that may affect the glans. It outlines recognised assessment approaches, hygiene considerations, and prevention strategies, and explains when laboratory testing may help clarify the cause.

STI Clinic Team
The Silent Epidemic: How Widespread Is Herpes in Britain?
STI Facts
10 min read

The Silent Epidemic: How Widespread Is Herpes in Britain?

Herpes is one of the most widespread viral infections in Britain, yet many people remain unaware they carry the virus. This guide explores how common herpes is in the UK, the differences between HSV-1 and HSV-2, typical and atypical symptoms, how the virus is transmitted, and why stigma remains a major barrier to testing. It also explains recognised management approaches, prevention strategies, and when confidential herpes testing may help individuals better understand their sexual health.

STI Clinic Team
Vaginal Odour Treatment and Good Hygiene: Causes, Care & Prevention
Sexual Health
9 min read

Vaginal Odour Treatment and Good Hygiene: Causes, Care & Prevention

Vaginal odour can change naturally due to hormones, exercise, or menstruation. However, a persistent or fishy smell may indicate an underlying imbalance or infection. This guide explains normal versus abnormal vaginal odour, common causes such as bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, thrush, and sexually transmitted infections, and outlines recognised management approaches, hygiene practices, and prevention strategies. It also explains when testing may be appropriate and when further medical assessment is recommended.

STI Clinic Team
Identifying the Early Symptoms of HIV in Males and Females
STI Facts
12 min read

Identifying the Early Symptoms of HIV in Males and Females

Early HIV infection often begins with flu-like symptoms that many people overlook. This guide explains the early signs of HIV in men and women, including fever, fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, skin rashes, digestive issues, and night sweats. It also covers how symptoms progress, differences between acute HIV and AIDS, and when early HIV testing is essential for accurate diagnosis, treatment, and long-term health protection.

STI Clinic Team
How Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma Are Sexually Transmitted Infections
STI Facts
10 min read

How Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma Are Sexually Transmitted Infections

Mycoplasma and ureaplasma are often-missed sexually transmitted infections that can cause persistent urogenital symptoms and long-term complications if untreated. This guide explains how these infections are transmitted, symptoms in men and women, why they are frequently excluded from routine screening, how they are diagnosed, and which antibiotics are effective. It also outlines prevention strategies and when private STI testing is recommended.

STI Clinic Team
How Long After Sexual Intercourse Will STI Symptoms Appear?
Testing & Prevention
10 min read

How Long After Sexual Intercourse Will STI Symptoms Appear?

STI symptoms do not always appear immediately after sexual intercourse. This guide explains how long after sex STI symptoms may develop, outlines incubation periods for common infections such as chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV, herpes, and syphilis, and clarifies when testing is most reliable. It also covers why some STIs remain asymptomatic, how symptoms may be confused with UTIs, and when private STI testing is recommended to avoid false-negative results.

STI Clinic Team

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