Pay attention to these signs and symptoms on your face when you have sexually transmitted diseases.
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are a group of diseases that are spread through unprotected sex. The disease not only affects your sex life but also damages some of the important organs in your body. According to the National Health Organization (NHS), prompt medical intervention is important when managing STDs. “It is very important to treat them at an early stage so that the quality of life is not affected and the disease is at an irreversible stage,” says Dr. Randhir Kapoor, genitourinary specialist.
While most of you may think that STD symptoms only appear on the private part or genitals, the truth is different. There are several common STD symptoms (like herpes, chlamydia, etc.), which are found in other parts of the body. Scroll down for common STD symptoms that are visible on the patient’s face.
Symptoms of STDs visible on the face
Pay attention to these telltale signs and symptoms on your face when you have sexually transmitted diseases (STDs):
Sores on the mouth
When suffering from STDs, one may notice large and painful sores in the mouth. This is one of the biggest indicators of this condition. In rare cases, these mouth sores are present in the tongue making it difficult for the person to eat food or even speak properly. Mouth sores are a harbinger of herpes disease.
pink eyes
One of the most common signs of Chlamydia sexually transmitted disease is pink eyes. It is a bacterial infection that is mainly spread by mouth. Pink eye is an infection that begins when someone touches the eyes right after contacting the genitals or secretions from the genitals. According to experts, if left untreated, this symptom can also lead to permanent blindness.
Rashes
Another common STD sign and symptom that usually appears on the face. The sudden appearance of red rashes on the face without any explanation may indicate the onset of an STD. It’s a classic sign of syphilis. The rashes start on the face and spread all over the body.
Hair loss
If you start losing your facial hair for no reason, understand that it could be a sign of STDs. In the case of syphilis, hair loss that begins suddenly and aggressively is seen early in the disease.
Other STD Symptoms
Apart from all the symptoms that one may notice on one’s face when it comes to STDs, here are some other common signs of STDs that may appear on other parts of the patient’s body.
- painful urination
- Unexplained abdominal pain
- Abnormal vaginal discharge
- Unusual discharge from the penis
- painful intercourse
- Bleeding between periods and
- Sharp pain in the testicles
Be sure to seek medical attention immediately after noticing any of the symptoms listed above. It is important to understand the importance of timely medical intervention in the management of diseases and conditions.
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Source of the publication: The health site