Your sexual partner(s) need to be examined and treated at the same time as you are.
If you have a sexually transmitted disease, you need to inform the person or persons you have recently had sex with so that they can be examined and treated as well. This is important both for the health of your partner and for yourself, because if your current partner is not treated, you will get the infection again.
Finding out that we have a sexually transmitted disease can be stressful and upsetting, but don't be scared . Most patients worry about being judged by others, but the reality is not as bad as you think.
Talking to a sexual partner after a sexually transmitted infection is certainly not an easy task. Many people blame each other or lie, which does not help. There are some matters you need to discuss with your sexual partner, such as:
- Seeking help for examination and treatment
- HIV testing
- Avoiding sexual intercourse until the end of the treatment
- Choosing safer sexual behaviors