dilithiumshortage:icanhassugar:lustington:pervocracy:I feel like there’s a lot of infographics
dilithiumshortage:icanhassugar:lustington:pervocracy:I feel like there’s a lot of infographics out there about STI prevention, but not enough about what happens if you already have one. (The answer is not “you give up because your life is over.”) So here, have some education!Click to make text bigger.ImportantAll accurate info.Friendly reminder that a regular screening is important for your health. Most STIs, if diagnosed early, are easily cured (e.g., my asymptomatic oral gonorrhea was discovered during my quarterly PrEP screenings with a swab to detect and a simple shot in the derriere to treat). Incurable STIs are also easier to treat if caught early. Don’t let slut shaming and other perceived stigmas prevent you from looking out for your own health.If you’re worried about costs (at present in the US) there are a number of programs designed to help make sure regular screening either free or highly affordable. Healthcare.gov currently has information on ways to find affordable clinics near you: https://www.healthcare.gov/community-health-centers/Curing many of these STIs can be done with older generations of antibiotics and shouldn’t cost too much, but if they are outside your budget, there are various Rx assistance programs to help cover the costs of some of the more expensive drugs–particularly for HIV/AIDS.One of the best ways to stop the spread of STIs is through regular screening. You’ll save not only your own health in the long run, but also help save the health of others. Don’t just assume that a condom or a pill (either Truvada or birth control) will keep you STI free. Look out for yourself, and if anyone gives you shit about caring for your own health, they’re probably not worth your time in the first place. -- source link
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