STI Guides

Clear, non-judgmental information about sexually transmitted infections. Based on CDC, WHO, and CENSIDA.

Chlamydia

The most common bacterial STI — usually silent, always curable.

BacterialCurable

Window: 5–14 days

Gonorrhea

A bacterial STI with rising antibiotic resistance — short testing window.

BacterialCurable

Window: 1–14 days

Syphilis

A staged bacterial infection — fully curable if caught early.

BacterialCurable

Window: 21–90 days

HIV

A virus managed with daily treatment — undetectable means untransmittable.

ViralLifelong

Window: 18–45 days

Herpes (HSV)

A lifelong but manageable virus — most people have mild or no symptoms.

ViralLifelong

Window: 12–84 days

HPV

The most common STI — vaccine-preventable, most infections clear on their own.

ViralLifelongVaccine available

No routine test

Hepatitis B

A vaccine-preventable liver infection — manageable with antivirals if chronic.

ViralLifelongVaccine available

Window: 30–60 days

Hepatitis C

No vaccine exists — but now curable in over 95% of cases with modern treatment.

ViralCurable

Window: 56–77 days

Trichomoniasis

The most common curable STI worldwide — treated with a single antibiotic dose.

ParasiticCurable

Window: 5–28 days

Mycoplasma genitalium

An underdiagnosed bacterial STI — not in routine panels, ask for it specifically.

BacterialCurable

Window: 14–21 days

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This tool is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance.