STI vs STD: The Differences Explained
admin2022-08-18T01:50:24+00:00Unfortunately, the stigma surrounding STDs (especially STIs) is still pretty severe in today's society. This instinctive reaction causes many people to stay quiet about a potential or actual STD, not getting treatment for fear of offending someone or being judged for living a promiscuous lifestyle. STIs and STDs are terms that are often used interchangeably. However, they are different conditions. STIs are sexually transmitted infections; STDs refer to sexually transmittable diseases and infectious diseases that can transfer through sexual contact but are not caused by a microbe or parasite. Let us discuss some differences between STI and STD so you [...]