Question 1

can i have an std for years without any symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, many infections can do this.  Hpv, or the virus that causes genital warts and ultimately cancers of the cervix, vagina, vulva, and anus can be asymptommatic for a decade or more.  Hiv can have a period without signs.  Gonorrhea and chlamydia are often asymptommatic.  This is why people need to be tested, and not just think 'i am clean because i feel fine'.  Get tested...

Question 2

i was tested negative for all stds 2 years ago havent been with anyone else. my wife has 100% been faithful yet was recently diagnosed with trichomosis?

Accepted Answer

Confirm diagnosis: If a person had trichomonas years ago and got treated (or has never tested positive for it), it is possible that some trich survived and reproduced and stayed with her all this time. Several years with no symptoms is a long time, but nobody knows who holds the world record for the longest number of years of having trich without symptoms. She can ask to re-test now to confirm her current diagnosis.

Question 3

i smoke medicinal marijuana and ever since i got an std 4 years ago my bottom lip swells.... what could be the reason?

Accepted Answer

See dermatologist.: Why do you use medical marijuana? You seem to have an allergy to a lot of other things.  The  fact that only your bottom lips swell sounds more like a contact allergy but consulting a dermatologist might help you find the cause.

Question 4

can a std that is years old keep me from having a baby?

Accepted Answer

STD: Std can scar your fallopian tubes and yes, make it difficult to conceive.  This is especially true for untreated std's.  Make an appointment to to talk to your doctor about your concerns, if you have not had the std treated, it is very important to get that treated.

Question 5

what to do if i was just curious. what would happen if someone had an std for like years and didn't notice?

Accepted Answer

Depends which STD: Some can cause infertilty and tubal blockage or a chronic endometritis, your gyn cab determine if you have problems like that.

Question 6

i have had an std. for some years. never got it taken care of. i would like to know if im eligible for disability. it has stopped me from having kids?

Accepted Answer

NO: An STD would not make you disabled.  Get the STD assessed and treated if you have one and never sought care yet.  Best wishes.

Question 7

are there any stds that take years before showing up?

Accepted Answer

Technically, yes: I think you would do well to talk to your primary care doctor or your gynecologist about your concerns. I think sometimes the worrying is worse than the condition!  fortunately the vast majority of sexually transmitted diseases are manageable in a way that makes the actual quality of life reduction associated with them minimal although unnecessary shame and stigmatization can occur. Stay safe!

Question 8

same partner,4 years. std test 6 mos. ago-negative- negative all years prior. now pos. for chlamydia. so i got it from them during past 6 mos. then?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Men can be totally asymptomatic with chlamydia infection.  It can also wax and wane....so one minute you have it an another you don't.  I don't really mean one minute to the next..but you get my drift.

Question 9

yellow gel like lumps in semen for past 13 years. std tests all clear. lump inside base of penis for same time. gp checked. all clear. still concerned?

Accepted Answer

You are concerned: In which case it might be beneficial to see a urologist.  They are experts in this area and should be able to diagnose you, educate you and reassure you.  Good luck.

Question 10

reoccurring burning sensation in penis and testicles tested negative for stds. always use condoms and have had the same partner for 6 years std free?

Accepted Answer

Not an STD: No STD causes symptoms like this, and it sounds like you are not at risk for STDs anyway. Most genital symptoms have nothing to do with STD. This sounds to me like a psychological problem. See your doctor if you remain concerned.

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Can i have an std for years without any symptoms?

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I was tested negative for all stds 2 years ago havent been with anyone else. my wife has 100% been faithful yet was recently diagnosed with trichomosis?

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I smoke medicinal marijuana and ever since i got an std 4 years ago my bottom lip swells.... what could be the reason?

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Can a std that is years old keep me from having a baby?

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What to do if i was just curious. what would happen if someone had an std for like years and didn't notice?

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I have had an std. for some years. never got it taken care of. i would like to know if im eligible for disability. it has stopped me from having kids?

A member asked:

Are there any stds that take years before showing up?

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Same partner,4 years. std test 6 mos. ago-negative- negative all years prior. now pos. for chlamydia. so i got it from them during past 6 mos. then?

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Yellow gel like lumps in semen for past 13 years. std tests all clear. lump inside base of penis for same time. gp checked. all clear. still concerned?

A member asked:

Reoccurring burning sensation in penis and testicles tested negative for stds. always use condoms and have had the same partner for 6 years std free?

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