Most Common STDs in LGBTQ+ Individuals and Their Treatments in Lahore, Pakistan
LGBTQ+ individuals, including gay, lesbian, and transgender communities, are at risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) due to various factors. The most common STDs include:
- Chlamydia – Treated with antibiotics (Azithromycin or Doxycycline).
- Gonorrhea – Requires dual therapy with Ceftriaxone and Azithromycin.
- Syphilis – Treated with Penicillin injections.
- Genital Herpes (HSV) – Managed with antiviral medications like Acyclovir or Valacyclovir.
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) – Prevented with the HPV vaccine; warts treated with topical medications or removal procedures.
- Trichomoniasis – Treated with Metronidazole or Tinidazole.
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