If you have regular contact with past sexual partners, ask them about their status. This may be awkward, but the best way to know if you're at risk is knowing whether previous partners have experienced symptoms of or tested positive for trichomoniasis. It is a highly contagious STD. Certain behaviors put you at increased risk for trichomoniasis. You may be at increased risk if any of the following are true for you: You've had multiple sexual partners. You have a history of having other sexually transmitted infections. You have had unprotected sex with a partner whose STD status you do not know. If you've previously had an outbreak of trichomoniasis, even if it was successfully treated, you're at increased risk of developing the disease again. Review any medical documents you've saved and look over your test results to see if you've ever tested positive for trichomoniasis.
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One-sentence summary -- Ask sexual partners about their status, if possible. Review your sexual history. Consider whether you've previously had trichomoniasis.

Extreme temperatures will make you uncomfortable when working with metal. Remove any mud, dirt, or grease. Use a product like Soft Scrub to remove any scuffing. Make sure any cleaners are off the surface. For instance, you can use a cup of vinegar to a cup of water. You can also use cream of tartar or lemon juice. Alternatively, you can use a metal-polishing paste to scrub the furniture in place of the mild acid solution. Use a gentle dish scrubber for the process, as you don't want to damage the metal with scratches. You are trying to remove the discoloration due to oxidation. Oxidation is why aluminum doesn't rust. Though oxidation is a form of corrosion, it forms aluminum oxide, which creates a hard, protective barrier that shields the metal from water. However, it does build up over time, and the discoloration lessens the beauty of your furniture. Ensure you get the solution off the furniture. A dry surface is easier to work with for the next step, so make sure to dry it thoroughly. A layer of car wax can help protect your furniture. Apply a light layer in circular motions with a clean rag.
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One-sentence summary -- Clean outdoor aluminum on a moderate day. Use a mild soap and water to wash the furniture off. Spray off the furniture with a hose. Mix one part acid to one part water. Scrub the furniture with the solution. Rinse off the solution with a hose. Dry off the furniture with a towel. To protect your furniture, use wax.

Two pairs of thick socks should do the trick. Use more sock layers if you want to stretch your heels even wider. The goal is to make your feet thick enough to stretch the shoes, but not so thick that they will not fit. This might be difficult but try to get them all the way in. Don't hurt your feet or crush your toes! If you simply cannot fit your feet into the shoes, then remove a layer of socks and try again. Now, heat the stuffed-up heels with the hot air from a blowdryer. Focus on the areas that most need a stretch. Wiggle your toes and flex your arches. Keep it up for 2-3 minutes until the leather is hot but not uncomfortably so. Leave your sock-clad feet in the heels until the leather cools. This way, the leather will cool around your slightly-larger-than-usual feet, and it will settle into a stretched position. Be careful with the heat. Don't let the leather grow dangerously hot. If the heat begins to scorch your skin, then take the heels off and try again later. Once the leather has cooled, try wearing the heels without the layers of thick socks. If they fit comfortably, then your work is done. If the shoes still need some stretching, then repeat the procedure until you're satisfied. If you want to break in the shoes a bit more: try bending them back and forth to loosen the leather. Then, blast with heat again for 2-3 minutes to wear in the material.
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Put on a lot of socks. Wedge your feet into the heels. Blow-dry your feet. Remove your socks.