Sex is all fun & games- till someone gets STDs or STIs! And, ladies, while you hope your man is actually clean when he says so, things might go wrong if you aren't careful. So, here are 5 things you can observe to know if your man has got STDs/STIs or not.
1- Swelling in one or both his testicles
Source: The Sexual Health Hub
Possible diagnosis: Chlamydia
-Factor: Unprotected anal, oral, or vaginal sex
-May develop in the urethra, rectum, or throat after several weeks after infection.
-Cure: Oral antibiotics
2- Mild blisters on genitals, buttocks, thighs, or around the mouth
Source: VICE
Possible diagnosis: HSV-1 /Herpes
-The cold sores in & around the mouth may resemble insect bites, ingrown hairs, or razor burn.
-May appear 2-12 days after infection develops.
-Cure: None
3- Skin rashes on palms or soles
Source: GIPHY
Possible diagnosis: Syphilis
-Factor: Unprotected anal, oral, or vaginal sex
-Symptoms appear 10-90 days after infection (average: 21 days)
-Cure: Prescribed antibiotic
4- Gray or white lesions in mouth, anus, armpits, or groin
Source: Fabiosa
Possible diagnosis: Syphilis (see No.3 above)
5- Warts in mouth or genitals
Source: Etsy
Possible diagnosis: HPV
Factor: Unprotected anal, oral, or vaginal sex
May appear months or even years after infection develops
Treatment: Resolved on its own without complication/ Topical & oral medications
More info here.
Remember- do not engage in unprotected sex unless you're both cleared by a certified health clinic. Better safe than sorry!