Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Diseases
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Are you taking medication for an STD, but your symptoms are not following the expected course?
See significance of medication treatment if you need information to help you answer the question below.
Review conditions and behaviors that may increase your risk of becoming infected with a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Are you being treated for an STD, but your symptoms are not following the expected course? For example:
- Symptoms become worse after 24 hours of treatment.
- Symptoms have not improved after 3 full days of treatment.
- A rash develops.
- Diarrhea becomes severe.
- Nausea or vomiting develops or persists and prevents intake of fluids or medication.
Note: If you answered "Yes," call your health professional to discuss a possible change in medication or reevaluation. An appointment may not be necessary.
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA | Last Updated: February 9, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Jeanne Marrazzo, MD, MPH - Infectious Disease | |
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