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Whenever you have sex, there’s always a chance of getting a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Make sure you know how to protect yourself and what to do if you have one.

Crabs: Not a Day at the Beach

By Eric Stein, 18, Staff Writer

When you learn that they like warm places and come in big groups, pubic lice, or “crabs,” don’t sound that bad. For a sexually transmitted disease (STD), they’re not too dangerous and far from fatal. So, why talk about these little, annoying parasites?

What are the different kinds of STDs? What are some common symptoms of STDs? I think I might have a sexually transmitted disease (STD). How do I find out for sure, and what do I tell my partner? When should I get tested for STDs?

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Would you tell your parents if you decided to get tested for STDs?

AYes, they should know if I’m healthy or not.
BNever, they would kill me if they found out.
CMaybe, I wouldn’t want them to find out from someone else.
DI’m not sure. I can’t think about those things.

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