Common STI symptoms in women
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can present themselves in a variety of ways in women, and sometimes do not cause any symptoms at all. Symptoms that
In these pages, we explain more about STI transmission, its prevention, and possible tests and treatments, among other things. Click on any of the following links to find out more.
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can present themselves in a variety of ways in women, and sometimes do not cause any symptoms at all. Symptoms that
You can test yourself for STIs from home with Homed-IQ’s self-tests. However, it is important to take into account the window period of each STI in
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum. Although a syphilis infection does not always cause detectable symptoms,
Talk to one of our doctors If you have a question about STIs, your test results, or potential treatments, contact our medical team. Homed-IQ offers
Both men and women can experience discharge from the penis or vagina, and oftentimes it is completely healthy and normal. However, if you experience changes
STI Prevention You can prevent STIs by practicing safe sex with the help of protection, such as: condoms, dental dams, or female condoms. This prevents
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis (CDC). Trichomoniasis often does not cause symptoms, meaning many people
Have you had unprotected sex recently or have been notified by a previous partner to get tested? While sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are very common,
Herpes 1 and 2 are the two types of the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Herpes 1 (HSV-1) can cause cold sores around the mouth or
The cost of an STI test The cost of an STI test depends on where you do the test. In the Netherlands, young people can
Chlamydia is one of the most common bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs), with nearly 44,000 people in the Netherlands diagnosed with the infection in 2021
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be transmitted in different ways. STIs can be transmitted during unprotected (without a dental dam or condom) sexual contact between
HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a group of more than 100 viruses that commonly cause harmless growths on the skin, known as warts. The types
Vaginal discharge is a normal body process that keeps the vagina clean, balanced, and healthy. Discharge is usually white or clear in colour and can
What is PrEP? PrEP stands for ‘Pre Exposure Prophylaxis’. It is medications that can help prevent HIV. PrEP can be used by HIV-negative people to
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and is caused by the bacteria chlamydia trachomatis. Never heard of Chlamydia before? That
How soon will I receive my STI test? If you order a test via our website on working days before 6 p.m., you should receive
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This is because chlamydia can spread easily, and often has no symptoms. Therefore, most