STDs, Testing & Genital Health
Most things that send men into a panic about STDs turn out to be harmless — but some genuinely need fast action. Here's how to tell the difference, how testing works in India (including free NACO/ICTC options), and what to do after a risky exposure.
5 articles
- PEP HIV India: What To Do After Unprotected Sex Had unprotected sex or a condom broke and scared of HIV? PEP can stop infection if you start within 72 hours. Where to get it free in India, and what to do now.
- Condom Broke: What to Do in the Next 72 Hours Step-by-step guide for Indian men when a condom breaks during sex. STD testing, emergency contraception, and exactly what to do right now.
- Herpes: Your Life Is NOT Over A herpes diagnosis feels devastating. But the medical reality is far less scary than the stigma. Here's what actually changes — and what doesn't.
- Penile Rash or Itch: STD or Not? A rash or spot on your penis isn't always an STD. Here's how to tell the difference between common harmless causes and infections that need treatment.
- STD Test in India: What to Expect, Where to Go, What It Costs STD test in India: what happens, where to go (free ICTC vs private labs), real costs, window periods, and why nobody at the lab judges you.