Sexually transmitted disease (STD): Symptoms

What are the symptoms of STDs?

Sometimes, there are no symptoms of a sexually transmitted disease. If symptoms are present, they may include one or more of the following:

• Bumps, sores, or warts near the mouth, anus, penis or vagina.
• Swelling or redness near the penis or vagina.
• Skin rash.
• Painful urination.
• Weight loss, loose stools, or night sweats.
• Aches, pains, fever and chills.
• Yellowing of the skin (jaundice).
• Discharge from the penis or vagina ( vaginal discharge may have an odour.)
• Bleeding from the vagina other than during the monthly period.
• Painful sex.
• Severe itching near the penis or vagina.