Can STIs be treated?
STIs caused by bacteria such as gonorrhea, syphilis and chlamydia are curable with antibiotics. Genital herpes and genital warts are examples of STIs caused by viruses and are not curable, but treatment helps control outbreaks and reduces spread of disease. There is no cure for HIV, but medications can help people with HIV live longer, healthier lives.
Early treatment of STIs prevents serious medical complications and helps reduce spread of disease.
