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Men's Health: Symptoms of STDs in Men

Sexually transmitted diseases affect over 19 million people each year in the United States. Unfortunately, many fail to realize they have an STD before they spread it to a partner. Contrary to popular belief, STD symptoms aren't always noticeable, especially in men. Likewise, even when men do notice symptoms, they often mistake the cause for another health condition.

To prevent potentially fatal or life-altering consequences, it's important to seek treatment for an STD as soon as possible. To better assess your risk for infection, learn the symptoms associated with the most common sexually transmitted diseases.

Genital Herpes Symptoms

  • Small red sores, blisters or bumps in the anal or genital areas
  • Itching or pain within the inner thighs, buttocks and genital area

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Symptoms

  • Discomfort or itching in genital area
  • Several warts combined in a cauliflower shape
  • Tiny gray or flesh-toned bumps in genital area
  • Bleeding during intercourse

Chlamydia Symptoms

  • Testicular Pain
  • Pain during intercourse
  • Genital discharge
  • Lower abdominal pain
  • Painful urination

Gonorrhea Symptoms

  • Anal itching
  • Pain during bowel movements
  • Swollen, painful testicles
  • Burning or pain during urination
  • Bloody, cloudy or thick genital discharge

Trichomoniasis Symptoms

  • Painful urination
  • Pain during intercourse
  • Irritation or itching within penis
  • Yellow, green, white or clear genital discharge

Hepatitis Symptoms

  • Itching
  • Muscle or joint pain
  • Dark urine
  • Fever
  • Poor appetite
  • Abdominal pain, especially on right side
  • Vomiting or nausea
  • Fatigue
  • Jaundice

Early HIV symptoms

  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Fever
  • Weight loss
  • Diarrhea
  • Swollen lymph nodes
  • Fatigue
  • Rash
  • Sore throat
  • Headache

Late-stage HIV Symptoms

  • Opportunistic or unusual infections
  • Persistent headaches
  • Chronic diarrhea
  • Prolonged fever
  • Shaking chills
  • Night sweats
  • Unexplained, persistent fatigue

Syphilis symptoms

  • Aching and soreness
  • Malaise
  • Fatigue
  • Swollen lymph nodes
  • Fever
  • Penny-sized, reddish-brown sores anywhere on the body-especially on the palms of hands.

When to See a Physician

If you suspect you have contracted - or have been exposed to - an STD, see your doctor or visit the closest PhysicianOne Urgent Care clinic for testing. Quick diagnosis and treatment can prevent or delay more severe, life-threatening health problems and reduce your risk of spreading your infection to others.

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*PhysicianOne Urgent Care will only administer the flu vaccine to privately insured and uninsured patients age 5 and older. Due to Connecticut State Law, PhysicianOne Urgent Care will not vaccinate patients under age 19 who are covered through Husky or Medicaid.