You will not be troubled by a viral STD as long as it remains dormant, but they do act up now and then. Some strains can lead to cervical cancer. Sexually transmitted skin infestations are caused by tiny bugs called arthropods. Using pesticides will easily rid you of them. The two most common are pubic lice, a.k.a.
Pubic lice attach themselves to the base of pubic hairs where they bite the skin and lay their eggs.
Scabies burrow into the skin to lay eggs. They are much tinier than pubic lice and cannot be seen with the naked eye. The only way to avoid these germs, is to abstain completely from vaginal, oral, or anal intercourse. Using spermicides like nonoxynol-9 which can kill some of the germs Having regular checkups to make sure you aren't infected with an STD that may be asymptomatic Taking Action Different types of sexual activity carry different kinds of risks. Knowing your risk level can help you determine how often you should be checked for STDs.