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10. Hepatitis / HBV

Although there are various forms of hepatitis, hepatitis B or HBV is the strain most associated with sexual transmission. HBV infections can damage the liver and lead to cirrhosis, cancer, and organ failure. Symptoms of HBV include fever, dark urine, joint pain, loss of appetite, jaundice, and fatigue. There is a vaccine for HBV, and condoms can also prevent transmission. People with hepatitis B infections have to see a doctor for further assessments and treatment; many people develop chronic HBV requiring life-long treatment.

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