You can take steps to protect yourself and others from sexually transmitted infections:

• If you have symptoms of an STI, don’t have sex until you see a healthcare provider and receive treatment. You can resume sex when your healthcare provider says it’s OK.
• Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions for treatment.
• Return to your healthcare provider to get rechecked after completing treatment.
• Be sure your partner(s) know about your positive diagnosis and also receive treatment.
• Use condoms whenever you have sex, especially with new partners.
• Get vaccinated for certain STIs (HPV) to prevent complications.
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