Unfortunately, its possible to have two or more STDs at the same time. This will usually happen if youve had multiple sexual partners since your last STD test or if you sleep with someone who already has two STDs.

How many STDs can you have at once?

Yes. You can get the same STI again if you have sex – especially if you have sex without a condom. You can also have more than one STI at a time. Also, some STIs arent curable, so you can still have the STI even if youve received treatment.

Can you have gonorrhea and chlamydia at the same time?

It is common to have chlamydia and gonorrhea at the same time. These infections can move up from your vagina and cervix (opening to the womb) to infect your uterus (womb) and fallopian tubes (tubes that carry your eggs from your ovaries to your uterus).

Can you have chlamydia and syphilis at the same time?

No. Chlamydia wont turn into syphilis if its left untreated for a long period of time. But it can cause PID — pelvic inflammatory disease — in women. PID is a serious infection that harms the reproductive organs.

What is the #1 risk factor for contracting an STD?

According to a study published in the American Journal of Public Health, unprotected anal intercourse (for both men and women) increases the likelihood of contracting an STD because of the rigidity and fragility of rectal tissue. This makes anal tissue more susceptible to tearing, upping the risk of becoming infected.

What STDs never go away?

The List of Incurable STDs is Thankfully Short. There are four untreatable STDs: Hepatitis B, herpes, HIV (human immunodeficiency syndrome), and HPV (human papillomavirus). All are caused by viruses. Two of them — hepatitis B and HIV — can also be transmitted by sharing intravenous drugs.