3 sexually Transmitted Infections that can cause you infertility now or in the future

Infertility is the inability to get pregnant over a period of time after having unprotected sex. Among several causes of infertility is Infections and here are 3 sexually transmitted infections that can stop you from getting pregnant when you are ready to have a baby.

  1. Chlamydia
    Chlamydia is a bacterial infection that is sexually transmitted. It affect both men and women. Usually when Chlamydia is left u treated, the woman gets a pelvic Inflammation that causes blockage and damage to the fallopian tube. Men are also affected. The sperm carry ducts are also scarred and inflamed leading to a blockage that doesn't allow for sperm to pass through.
  2. Gonorrhea
    A higher percentage of the client we see at the clinic get Gonorrhea, worse off is that sometimes it shows no symptom at all.
    Gonorrhea is a very common STI that can increase your changes of infertility if left untreated. Getting early care and treatment at the clinic helps prevent complications from the disease
  3. The Human Papiloma Virus
    Hpv is a viral infection, transmitted mostly through sex. Hpv leads to Chnages in the cervix that makes it difficult for you to get pregnant.

Apart from stopping your chance of getting pregnant or getting a woman pregnant, HPV can cause you to have some type of cancer.
Practicing safe sex, prompt screening and vaccination is very essential before or when ever you are trying for a baby. Early diagnosis of STI reduces your risk of infertility