Thanks for your question. It’s important to mention that anyone who’s ever had sexual contact can get a sexually transmitted infection (STI). STI’s affect individuals of all ages, regions, racial and ethnic backgrounds, and economic levels. There are about 20 million STI’s diagnosed in the United States every year and half of them occur in individuals between the ages of 15 to 24 years old.

It’s a good sign that you are feeling horny again, but that doesn’t always mean that your STI is gone. It’s very important if your health care provider (HCP) gives you a prescription for an antibiotic to treat your STI, that you finish the entire prescription, even if you’re feeling better. It’s also a good idea to schedule a follow up-exam or talk with your health care provider (HCP) before you have sex again. Many STI’s can be cured with complete treatment (i.e. taking all doses of medicine). However some STI’s can only be managed, which means that you can take medicines to help manage symptoms (such as pain), but it never goes away completely.  It’s also important that your sexual partners have been tested and treated as well. Once you’re been cleared by your HCP, follow their recommendations, and  you should be good to go!