5 truths about venereal diseases

• April 27, 2024

The United Nations (UN) reported that 80% of the cases of HIV (HIV) were transmitted through the sexual route. Neither the best and most intense moment is worth enough for someone to be exposed to contracting diseases venereal that leave irreversible consequences or in the worst case, death.

According to information published by the Mexican Institute of Social Security (IMSS), There are five truths about diseases venereal

1. They are acquired during sexual intercourse without protection
2. They are caused by virus , bacteria , fungi and microscopic germs.
3. An infected person can continue to spread the venereal disease without knowing that he does
4. They can affect people of any age and sex, but adolescents and young adults are those who are most at risk of getting it.
5. It is a lie that someone can know at a glance if a person lives with any disease venereal.

Luis Muñoz Linares, medical surgeon and Medical Supervisor of the Mexican Foundation for Family Planning A.C. (MEXFAM), explains that having sex with strangers, of which their background or health status is not known is a serious risk, especially if they are carried out without any form of protection or under measures of hygiene sexual.

Luis Muñoz Linares commented that it is necessary to assume the care and attention of sexual and reproductive health as a personal responsibility. A frequent visit to the doctor is essential for a general review, as well as to clarify some doubts or concerns about the diseases venereal

Do not give in to pressures or access situations that expose our health; it is necessary to establish as rule number one the care of our body and integrity. "Know yourself, sculpt your character." For more information write to: bojorge@teleton.org.mx