Sexual Health & STDs: Tests & Diagnosis

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Sexual Assault - The Danger of STDs
Article
01/01/03, PDR.net
You'll also be tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including gonorrhea, chlamydia, genital herpes, syphilis, and AIDS. If the rapist has an STD, there's a reasonable chance that he has passed it on to you through his semen or blood. It
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How PID Is Diagnosed
Article
01/01/03, PDR.net
Since PID can range from the "silent" variety (no symptoms) to a full-blown infection complete with pain, fever, and abnormal blood tests, there is no "standard" diagnostic procedure. If your doctor suspects that you may have PID, he or she must be
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Viral Tests
Medical Test
07/27/06, Healthwise
A viral test is done to find infection-causing viruses. Viruses grow only in living cells. Viruses cause disease by destroying or damaging the cells they infect, damaging the body's immune system, changing the genetic material (DNA) of
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Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Test Use Growing
Article
12/08/06, M. D. Anderson
December 2006 - Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Test Use Growing
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Sexual Assault - The Examination
Article
01/01/03, PDR.net
Next, a doctor will examine your vagina and treat anything that needs attention. He or she will also look for semen or other signs of sexual intercourse and take samples of secretions from all areas involved in the attack. A doctor, nurse, or techn
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Physical examination for genital warts (human papillomavirus) for men
Article
08/17/06, Healthwise
A visual exam of the penis and anus is most important to diagnose genital warts in men. A magnifying glass may be used to help locate abnormal tissue.
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Gynecological exam for genital warts (human papillomavirus)
Article
08/17/06, Healthwise
A gynecological exam for genital warts includes:
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Biopsy of genital warts (human papillomavirus)
Article
08/17/06, Healthwise
Your health professional may take a sample, or biopsy, of abnormal tissue. The majority of warts do not require a biopsy. But a biopsy may be taken if genital warts cannot be easily identified with a physical examination or during a g
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Genital Warts (Human Papillomavirus) - Exams and Tests
Article
08/17/06, Healthwise
A health professional usually can diagnose genital warts using your medical history and a physical examination. Your health professional may ask you the following questions.
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Erection Problems (Erectile Dysfunction) - Exams and Tests
Article
06/13/06, Healthwise
Because both physical and psychological factors are often involved, it may be difficult to diagnose the exact cause of your erection problem.
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