What std can cause body aches?

There are various sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) that can cause body aches as a symptom. Here are a few STDs associated with body aches:

1. HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus): In the early stage of HIV infection, known as acute HIV infection or seroconversion illness, individuals may experience a range of flu-like symptoms including fever, chills, body aches, muscle pain, and fatigue.

2. Syphilis: Syphilis is a bacterial STD that progresses through different stages. In the secondary stage, which usually occurs 2–8 weeks after the initial infection, individuals may develop various symptoms such as a rash, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and body aches.

3. Gonorrhea: Gonorrhea is a bacterial STD primarily affecting the urethra in men and the cervix in women. Complications of gonorrhea, particularly disseminated gonococcal infection, can result in joint pain, fever, and body aches.

4. Chlamydia: Chlamydia is a common bacterial STD. While many infections are asymptomatic, some individuals may develop symptoms such as pelvic pain, abnormal vaginal discharge, fever, fatigue, and body aches.

5. Hepatitis A: Hepatitis A is a viral infection primarily transmitted through contaminated food or water. It can cause fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, dark urine, light-colored stools, joint pain, and body aches.

6. Hepatitis B: Hepatitis B is a viral infection transmitted through contact with infected blood or bodily fluids. It can cause acute or chronic liver disease. In the acute phase, individuals may experience symptoms like fever, joint pain, abdominal pain, nausea, and body aches.

7. Hepatitis C: Hepatitis C is a viral infection transmitted through contact with infected blood. It may cause flu-like symptoms including fever, muscle pain, joint pain, and fatigue in acute cases.

It's important to note that body aches can be a symptom of many other conditions unrelated to STDs. If you experience significant or persistent body aches accompanied by other symptoms, it's advisable to consult a healthcare professional for proper evaluation and diagnosis.