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Can u have protected sex while gettin treated for a std?

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Dr. Marvin Den answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes , but: It would be most advisable to have yourself and partner be treated and cured first. There is no guarantee. Thereafter always have protected sex.

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 2/24/2016

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