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Bacterial Vaginosis

  BV is not a sexually transmitted infection, but it can cause an increase in unpleasant smelling vaginal discharge. It may settle down on its own or vary through the…

Pubic Lice & Scabies

Pubic lice are tiny parasitic insects that live in coarse body hair, such as pubic hair. Pubic lice can be passed from one person to another by close body contact…

Non-Gonococcal Urethritis (NGU)

NGU is non-specific inflammation (irritation) of the urine tube in men. There are many causes of NGU. Some are sexually transmitted, but some are not. If left untreated, NGU can…

Molluscum contagiosum (MC)

Molluscum contagiosum (MC) is a viral skin infection, passed on through genital skin contact or other forms of close skin contact. In most cases, MC will go away within 18…

Mycoplasma genitalium (Mgen)

Mycoplasma genitalium, is a sexually transmitted bacteria that sometimes causes an infection. For women: lower abdominal pain For men: discharge from the tip of the penis Tests can be done…

Contraceptive patch

The contraceptive patch looks like a small plaster. It delivers artificial oestrogen and progesterone hormones into the body through the skin. The contraceptive patch contains the same hormones as the…

Guidance on Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Guidance on attending Sefton Sexual Health services Coronavirus (COVID-19) Sexual and Reproductive Health Patients The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS…

Emergencies This section provides details on what to do if you had unplanned or unwanted sex and want to minimize the risk, or in the case of sexual assault and…

Frequently Asked Questions

**Please note – as we have changed the way we work in line with COVID-19 guidance some of these questions will not be relevant at this time.** VISITING SEFTON SEXUAL…

Sexual Health Week

Sexual Health Week 2020 Campaign Brief Get your RSE in gear! Sefton Sexual Health Service is a commissioned integrated service providing testing, treatment and contraception services across Sefton as well…