Another scary potential consequence of sexual activity, STIs are diseases and infections that put young women's health at risk. In this chapter, we look at some of the different types of STIs, what you can do to avoid them, and how to treat them.

With most STIs, they are treatable and it is not the end of the world if you acquire one. But they can almost always lead to more serious problems if left untreated. Sometimes there are no symptoms at all, while sometimes they are uncomfortable, even painful.

Chi Nguyen