How to treat stds with antibiotics?

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can be a real buzzkill. Nobody wants to go through the discomfort, stigma and potential complications that come with catching one of these buggers. Luckily though, modern medicine has provided us with an arsenal of antibiotics that can help kick some STI ass in no time. The following guide will give you all the information you need on how to use antibiotics for treating STDs.

What are Antibiotics?

Antibiotics are drugs used to kill or prevent the growth of bacteria within our bodies. There are several types of antibiotics, each having its own unique way of killing off harmful microbes.

How Do You Catch an STD?

As funny as it may sound, catching an STD is no laughing matter. They spread through unprotected sexual contact including vaginal sex, anal sex and oral sex (yes, even oral).

Common Bacterial Infections

Some common bacterial infections include:

  • Chlamydia – A sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.
  • Gonorrhea – An infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria that’s passed from one person to another during sexual activity.
  • Syphilis – A sexually transmitted disease caused by Treponema pallidum bacterium.
  • Mycoplasma genitalium – Another cause of non-gonococcal urethritis in men and cervicitis in women
    Blah blah blah….
    Now let’s get onto important questions like ‘How long do I have to take my pills?’

Duration

The duration for which one should consume antibiotics depends upon factors such as:

Symptom Management

Symptoms start improving within 2-3 days after starting medication but do not stop taking your antibiotic once symptoms disappear completely!

Risk Reduction

It is crucial when dealing with illnesses such as chlamydia and syphilis. You are to make sure that you have completed the full dosage of antibiotics (really, don’t go thinking about stopping early)

Partner Management

If both partners are infected it is advised they should be treated simultaneously.

Can All STDs Be Treated with Antibiotics?

Unfortunately no! Herpes for example, which is caused by a virus not a bacteria cannot be effectively treated with antibiotics.

What are the Common Antibiotics Used in Treating STDs?

Here’s a list of some common antibiotics used in treating STIs:bold text

  • Azithromycin – It is highly effective against chlamydia when given as two 500 mg doses using capsules.
  • Doxycycline – Prescribed for most sexually transmitted bacterial infections such as urethritis and cervicitis
  • Ciprofloxacin – Usually prescribed to treat gonorrhea (250-500mg run twice daily)

It’s critical to know any allergies we may have before taking ANY medication . Speak with your healthcare provider if you do not know how lengthy it will take for drug clearance from your body or potential allergic warning signals.
Now let’s get into detail regarding ‘How much dosage’ can one consume:

Dosage

Antibiotic pills are usually small or medium-sized but what really matters upon consumption is their respective dosages:

Name Dosage
Azithromycin Two 250mg tablets taken together once daily
Doxycycline One 100mg pill taken twice daily over at least seven days
Well now that one has consumed the medicine lets talk about ‘How lonnnggg will it take…’

How Long Does It Take For The Antibiotics To Work?

The duration of time required to see positive outcomes from treatment has typically been mentioned in relation usage duration described earlier.

Can Antibiotics Have Side Effects?

Everything has its own side effects and precautions that need to be taken. Here are some of the potential adverse effects( this means bad, for y’all folks) you may encounter when using antibiotics:

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Yeast infections
    The above mentioned side-effects can easily be managed with proper guidance from your healthcare professionals

It’s better if we talk about ‘Preventive Measures’ so one does not have to go through all of these intense moments!

How To Prevent STDs?

Here are five simple ways to avoid catching an STD or STI:

Use Protection

Using a condom during sexual contact is one of the most effective preventive measures against sexually transmitted diseases.

Know Your Partner’s Status

Knowing whether your partner has been tested or treated for an STD can lower the risk of infection.

Get Tested Regularly

Regular testing can help identify any potential infections early on and prevent complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).

Limit Your Number Of Sexual Partners

Having multiple sexual partners increases the likelihood of contracting an STD or STI .

Educate Yourself On Risky Behaviors And Practices

Knowledge is key in preventing spread . Practicing safe sex, only engaging in activities with low transmission rates like masturbation (can be fun too)

Conclusion- There it is! All you needed to know about how antibiotics treat various bacterial infections caused by harmful bacteria. A range of doses and course durations prescribed ensure optimum results but make sure you take them seriously. Talk with healthcare professional regarding how much medication/ dosage should be taken depending upon individual health conditions.Next time remember ” Prevention Is Better Than Cure ! ”
Until then combat those NTIs soberly.Get well soon folks ! 🙂

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