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Giardiasis

Pronounced: "Jar-di-ay-sis"

Symptons:

How is it passed on?

Usually through contaminated food or water, but also through any sexual activity that could bring the mouth into contact with poo (eg. anal sex, fingering).

Long Term Effects

May cause problematic weight loss.

For more STI info: www.ruthinking.co.uk, www.fpa.org.uk, STD Factfile