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Can you tell me are sex diseases always in the genital area?

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No: Sexually transmitted diseases can occur in other areas, For example syphilis can affects the genital area and can cause ski manifestations, neurological and cardiovascular effects.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/1/2014

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