Did you realize that many sexually transmitted illnesses have no symptoms at all? Or that you might experience minor symptoms that come and go quickly? We advise women to test for STDs proactively because of this.
Important information on the symptoms of the most common STDs
The human papillomavirus is first on the list of the most prevalent STDs (HPV). Although 14 million new HPV infections are reported annually in the US, HPV is distinct from other STDs.
The immune system of the body typically fights the virus and destroys it before it can do any damage. Cervical cells in some women, however, are invaded by HPV, which leads to cervical cancer.
Chlamydia is the most prevalent STD after HPV, with over 1.7 million cases every year.
Because they rarely result in symptoms, chlamydia and gonorrhoea are both referred to as silent diseases. If symptoms do manifest, they are frequently moderate, transient, and generic, making them simple to mistake for other potential health issues. Both STDs can cause bleeding between periods, pain during sex, sex-related pain, burning or pain when urinating, and vaginal discharge.
Chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and pelvic inflammatory disease all contribute to infertility when left untreated. HIV risk is increased for women who have one of these STDs. Even though it's uncommon, gonorrhoea can result in infections in your joints, blood, heart, and other body organs.
How to get ready for an STD test
When you visit for STD testing, we examine your pelvis to search for symptoms and check your general health. We also discuss your medical history. You don't have to get ready for STD test, but you can get ready for your exam by reviewing the previous few months and noting any symptoms you may have encountered, regardless of how unimportant they were.
Having this information allows us to more precisely identify the potential STD type:
The moment your symptoms started
Exactly where they were on your body
The nature of your symptoms
How your symptoms appeared
How long the signs persisted
We are aware that many people are uncomfortable discussing their personal lives, but all of our interactions are private, and the more details you can provide, the better we can decide what kind of STD test you might require.
What to anticipate during an STD test
There isn't a single test that can find every STD. Depending on whether we can isolate the suspected offender to a specific STD or whether we need to test for a number of potential STDs, we might need to conduct two or three tests.
The many STD test kinds are as follows:
Blood test, which is carried out by either taking a sample from your arm or pricking your finger
Using the customary method of collecting your urine in a cup, a urine test is performed.
By carefully removing a sample of vaginal discharge or the fluid from sores, fluid samples can be collected.
Pap test, which analyses your cervix's cells to check for HPV.
You can count on our skilled team to do whatever test you require quickly and, in most cases, painlessly. We can offer a topical anaesthetic or take other measures to make sure you're as comfortable as possible if you require a blood test but are sensitive to needle jabs or pricks.
Call Maxlab, or utilise our online booking system if you have any inquiries about STD testing or would want to make an appointment.
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