20 weird things Americans believe about sex..

2. If You Get an STD, You’re Dead

Or at least, life as you know it is going to totally suck from now on. While getting an STD is no fun, it doesn’t mean that you can’t still live a fulfilling life. These days, we have modern medicine and science on our side. There are lots of treatment options, and there are actually quite a few STDs that can be cured with the help of gentle antibiotics. Gonorrhea and chlamydia are two STDs that can clear up in a matter of days with the help of doctor-approved medication. Vaccinations can protect you from HPV. While it can’t be cured, you can get treatment and live happily and healthily while living with it.