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Genital Herpes

Genital herpes is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). The herpes virus can be passed on by having unprotected vaginal, anal or oral sex, sharing sex toys, and skin-to-skin…

Genital Warts

Genital warts are caused by HPV (Human Papilloma Virus). Although warts may get better by themselves, most people opt for treatment. Warts may sometimes reappear after they seem to have…

Viral Hepatitis

Hepatitis A Hepatitis A is a virus that infects the liver. It is also present in the blood and faeces (poo) of someone who has the infection. There is a…

Syphilis

Syphilis can be passed from one person to another during sex and by direct skin contact with someone who has syphilis sores or rash. It is cured by taking antibiotics….

HIV

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) affects the immune system. HIV is a treatable infection, although not curable at present. HIV testing in Sefton Sexual Health Service The only way to know…

Chlamydia

Chlamydia is a bacterial infection easily passed on during sex. Most people with chlamydia don’t notice any symptoms and don’t know they have it. If you develop symptoms, you may…

Gonorrhoea

Gonorrhoea is a bacterial infection easily passed on during sex. Some people particularly women may have no symptoms, for those that do have symptoms, these can include: For women: bleeding…

Sexual assualt referral centre

If you have been sexually assaulted or raped there are different services to support you.   *Police Call 999 for emergency assistance from the Police. https://www.merseyside.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/rsa/rape-and-sexual-assault/how-to-report-rape-and-sexual-assault/     *Sexual Assault…

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