The main sexually transmitted infections that affect the penis

He penis, a symbol of virility and sexual pleasure, is an object of admiration and study in various cultures. In addition to its reproductive function, the human penis stands out for its anatomical complexity and vascularization, being essential for erection and sexual intercourse.

However, Your health may be threatened by sexually transmitted infections (STI), a global problem that affects millions of people every day.

Every April 26th, World Penis Day is commemorated.a date intended to raise awareness about the importance of sexual health and the prevention of STIs.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than one million people acquire an STI every day, and many of these infections could be prevented with proper condom use.

Main STIs that affect the penis:

• Chlamydia (Chlamydia trachomatis): This common bacterial infection can cause urethritis and inflammation in other sexual organs if not treated properly.
• Gonorrhea (Neisseria gonorrhoeae): Caused by a bacteria, gonorrhea affects the penis and other parts of the male genital tract, and can result in complications such as epididymitis.
• Genital herpes (Herpes simplex virus): This virus causes painful sores in the genital area, including the penis, with the possibility of recurrence throughout life.
• Human papillomavirus (HPV): Associated with genital warts and an increased risk of penile cancer, the
• HPV is a common viral infection in the male genital area.
• Syphilis (Treponema pallidum): A bacterial infection that causes painless ulcers in the genital area, including the penis, and can progress to serious complications if left untreated.

The condom is presented as a fundamental ally in the promotion of sexual health and the prevention of STIs. According to Rodolfo Rodriguez, Sexual Health Manager at Trojan, recognizing the condom as a means of prevention is essential to combat the stigmas associated with its use.

Graduated from the Autonomous University of the West in 2009 and dedicated to the media since 2010 when he joined El Debate. Since then he has covered various information sources on human, police and health issues. He began his journalistic work in the printed newspaper La i, as editor of El Debate in Sinaloa and later joined the web team of the same publishing house as editor of various sections and mainly of local news from Los Mochis. He is currently the main information editor of the Health section. He has attended various national health conferences such as the Vaccine Update Seminar, Diabetes Summit and the Hemophilia Forum twice.

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