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Pain in the lower part of the stomach
Unusual pain inside the rectum during anal intercourse
Bleeding from the anus
Backache, fever and chills
What are common types of STIs among MSM? STIs include: Chlamydia (the most common
STI among MSM in Cambodia), gonorrhea, chancroid (genital ulcer), genital herpes,
genital warts, hepatitis B, syphilis and HIV. Below is a list of symptoms specific to
different STIs.
Chlamydia: Symptoms can include discharge from the penis or pain when
urinating. Chlamydia is known as a “silent” infection because many people show no
symptoms at all, but they can still pass it on to others.
Gonorrhea: Symptoms for MSM include discharge from the penis and pain when
urinating.
Genital warts: Small and bumpy warts on the sex organs, which are painless
but itchy. The warts grow around the genitals or anus and can sometimes cause
problems in passing urine.
Genital herpes: Small painful blisters on the genitals, mouth or anus, itching or
burning before the blisters appear. The sores can come back, particularly if you
are feeling weak.
Chancroid (genital ulcer): Sores on or around the genitals; sometimes the glands in
the groin swell up and the sores may burst.
Syphilis: Painless sore on the penis or anus, a rash and flu-like symptoms. These
signs disappear, but the disease is still growing in the body.
Hepatitis B: Flu-like feelings, tiredness, jaundice, dark urine and light-colored
stool.
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