A 22-year-old woman has developed symptoms of a sexually transmitted disease after having sex with her new boyfriend two weeks prior, including slight pain when urinating and a mild fever. She should see a clinic doctor to get properly diagnosed and treated, as self-treatment is not recommended due to the risks of long-term health consequences like infertility if not treated correctly. Sexually transmitted diseases are very common, as many people are asymptomatic carriers, and proper prevention through testing, safe sex practices, and doctor checkups are important to avoid spreading infection to others.

1. Sexually Transmitted Disease Richard Saint Cyr MD DABFP [email_address] www.myhealthbeijing.com August 2, 2009

2. Case: New Boyfriend