What are the initial symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases in females?
Disease description:
Recently, I've noticed a burning sensation and numbness on the skin of my external genitalia, along with the appearance of blisters. A friend suggested that these symptoms might indicate a sexually transmitted infection and advised me to see a doctor for evaluation. If it is a sexually transmitted disease, what symptoms might women experience in the early stages?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
Different sexually transmitted diseases present with different symptoms. In the case of syphilis, early symptoms in women include hard chancres—painless ulcers appearing on the external genitalia or thighs. For AIDS, initial signs may include swollen lymph nodes, accompanied by symptoms such as sore throat, joint pain, and diarrhea. In cases of genital herpes, women mainly experience joint aches, along with sensations of burning and numbness on the genital skin, as well as the appearance of blisters.
