Z22.4: Carrier of infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

It can be assumed that certain pathogens have got into your body.

These pathogens can cause a variety of other disorders. For example, your immune system, skin or nerves may be affected.

Pathogens can get into the body in a variety of ways. That occurs for example via skin contact or bodily fluids such as saliva or blood. These pathogens are primarily transmitted during sex.

Even if the pathogens have got into your body you are not currently ill as a result. But you may pass the pathogens on to other people.

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