Doctor reveals bizarre list of STI symptoms ‘no one knows about’ as Brits urged to get tested
dailystar.co.ukSTI, whether its a burning sensation or sores down there. But sometimes the human body takes a different approach to deal with an infection leading Dr Manoj Malu, Director and Founder of Clarewell Clinics to issue a warning to look out for any alarming symptoms - even the ones you least expect.
Speaking to the Daily Star, he said: "When someone thinks of STIs, they generally think of the genital symptoms. It is important to be aware that most STIs are quite capable of producing symptoms away from the genital area."He then continued to go into grim detail of what symptoms may appear around the body when even the most common of infections go untreated.The medic said that many patients suffering from lumps around the anus have understandably believed they have piles.
Anal warts can sometimes be confused with piles, and be treated incorrectly.Dr Manoj explained: "It is easy to dismiss sticky red eyes as hay fever. "However, it is important to remember that chlamydia and gonorrhoea also can cause similar symptoms, especially if you have had intimate contact with someone with these infections."I leave it to your imagination as to how these genital infections can get into our eyes.
Syphilis can also produce redness of the eyes along with some floaters and disturbance of vision."One may have developed some symptoms which are easy to dismiss- like subtle skin rash, feeling a bit feverish and tired. "A syphilis infection affecting the eyes is a serious matter not to be taken lightly."Losing hair is also a sign, according to Dr Manoj.
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