STDs in Men: Gender-Specific Risks and Complications

While STDs affect both genders, some have unique or more severe effects in men:

1. Gonorrhea: Intense urinary pain, epididymitis (testicular inflammation).
2. Chlamydia: Often asymptomatic; untreated can cause epididymitis and infertility.
3. Syphilis: Painless chancre may go unnoticed; late stages affect multiple organs.
4. HPV: Genital warts; linked to penile cancer.
5. Hepatitis B: Higher risk of liver cancer in men.
6. HIV/AIDS: Higher acquisition risk with certain behaviors.

Safe sex practices and regular testing are essential for all genders.