- HPV and Chlamydia are the most common STDs in the U.S.
The number of people affected in the U.S.:
- Chlamydia: 4 million
- Trichomoniasis ("trich"): 3 million
- Gonorrhea ("clap"): 1.1 million
- Genital Warts (HPV): 750,000
- Genital Herpes: 40 million affected, with as many as 500,000 new cases each year
- Hepatitis B: 300,000
- Syphilis: 120,000
- HIV: 1 million affected, with as many as 45,000 new AIDS cases reported each year
Originally Posted by Sweet Mandy
..........these statements just do not jive. Based on your stats, it appears that Chlamydia, "trich" and "clap" are far more common than HPV.
..... but "stats" aside, we are all adults honey. I wouldn't worry about what other's tell you you should do. Do what you are comfy with, no need to justify your stance.....
As for meeting "quality people" ..... umm, yeah I guess this is as good a "hobby" as any to look!!
Have fun and stay safe!!
-PT-