Sexually Transmitted Infections

Spotting them

This is not simple, and some STI's don't have dramatic symptoms at all (for instance Chlamydia in women) but can have devastating long term outcomes (chlamydia is a common cause of infertility.) Rashes, soreness on passing urine, sores, discharges, frequent need to urinate, abdominal pain, pain during intercourse... and many other symptoms are amongst those that can be present - as well as No SYMPTOMS...

An AMBIT worker is NOT expected to make diagnoses, but they WILL be interested and motivated to get proper testing and diagnosis for any young person who is sexually active.

What to do

See NICE - Sexual Health Guidelines for Youth - make sure you know where your local GUM clinic is, and how to access it with a young person.