Who can you talk to if you have an STI?
Who can you talk to if you have an STI?
If you think you have an STD or you have questions about STDs, talk to a doctor, sexual health clinic, or student health center. To help prevent future STDs, use a condom the right way every time you have sex.
Do you have to test your partner for STD’s?
Getting tested for STDs isn’t about cheating or not trusting your partner. People can have an STD for years and not know it — most people with STDs don’t have any symptoms, and testing is the only way to know for sure if someone has an STD.
Is it okay to talk about STD’s with a doctor?
Talking about STD testing might feel awkward, but try not to be embarrassed. Remember, doctors have seen and heard it all. Most people get an STD at least once in their lives, and getting tested is the responsible thing to do — it means you’re taking good care of your health. Here are some ways you can bring up STD testing with a nurse or doctor:
Do you feel embarrassed when you get a STD test?
Talking about STD testing might feel awkward, but try not to be embarrassed. Remember, doctors have seen and heard it all. Most people get an STD at least once in their lives, and getting tested is the responsible thing to do — it means you’re taking good care of your health.
Where can I get a STD test done?
Call 1-800-456-2323 and one of our specialists will gladly assist you. You can also get STD test prices and packages, STD test center locations, and more. To help you understand which test is best for you, please use our STD Test Recommender tool.
Getting tested for STDs isn’t about cheating or not trusting your partner. People can have an STD for years and not know it — most people with STDs don’t have any symptoms, and testing is the only way to know for sure if someone has an STD.
How can you tell if someone has a STD?
You can’t tell if you have an STD just by the way you look or feel — most of the time, people with STDs don’t have any symptoms. So the only way to know for sure if you (or your partner) have an STD is to get tested. Take our quiz to find out if it’s time for you to get tested. It’s extra…
What kind of tests do they do for STD’s?
A typical full-panel STD test includes a urine test for Chlamydia and gonorrhea, and a blood test for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B and C. It doesn’t always include all STIs. In fact, practitioners often won’t include a test for herpes unless you already have a sore.
How to start a conversation with a STI test?
Just be straightforward and direct. 3. Start by talking about your most recent STI test.