Clinics in Tahmoor

How often should I get tested for an STI?

You should get tested for an STI every time you have an encounter with a new sexual partner. It can be easy to let life in Tahmoor take over and not prioritise your sexual health but protecting and maintaining your overall health as well as your sexual health will lead to a better understanding of yourself going forward.

Testing often in Tahmoor is easy with your local Better2Know testing centre. With flexible appointment times we can fit into your schedule with ease.

FAST STI Test results in Tahmoor

Better2Know brings you the fastest STI test result turnaround times in Tahmoor. Our accredited partner laboratory in Tahmoor will begin analysing your samples on the same day that they arrive.

Results times in Tahmoor are between 1-4 days depending on the test you choose.  As soon as your results are ready they will be reviewed by a doctor and then sent straight through to your private patient area on our secure website.

Chlamydia Testing in Tahmoor

Chlamydia is one of the most common STIs in Tahmoor.  It is easily passed on from one partner to another during sex.  If left untreated it can cause long term health problems and may lead to infertility and other health issues.

You can catch Chlamydia in your genital area, throat (if you gave oral sex) or your rectum (if you received anal sex).  You will need to test each area that might have Chlamydia.

A simple urine sample will test for Chlamydia in your genital area. Your Chlamydia test result will be available in Tahmoor in just a few days. If you do test positive, we will help you to access the treatment you need to get better.

Chlamydia often does not have any symptoms. The only way to know if you are infected is to get tested in your nearest clinic in Tahmoor.

Gonorrhoea Testing in Tahmoor

Tahmoor has one of the highest rates of gonorrhoea infection in Australia. This is why testing yourself for Gonorrhoea has never been more important. By providing a simple urine or swab sample, you will know in a matter of just a few days if you are infected with Gonorrhoea.

Diagnosing Gonorrhoea early can prevent you from further health complications. The Gonorrhoea bacteria is increasingly gaining resistance to antibiotics. By testing and detecting it early, you will protect your health, reduce the rate of Gonorrhoea infections, and lower the number of antibiotic resistant cases of this worrying STI.

Testing for gonorrhoea in Tahmoor could not be easier with Better2Know by your side.

What are the most common STIs in Tahmoor?

The most common STIs in Tahmoor include:

• Chlamydia

• Syphilis

• Gonorrhoea

• Mycoplasma

• Herpes

• HIV

• HPV

• Hepatitis B

Getting tested for these common STIs in Tahmoor is important to protect your sexual health as well as the health of your sexual partners. Testing for these common STIs in Tahmoor is easy with Better2Know who is ready to help you get your appointment booked and support you with the information you need to preserve your sexual and reproductive health.

Can I still have sex if I have an STI?

If you test positive, it is recommended that you stop all sexual activity until you have completed your full course of antibiotics prescribed for your infection. You might also want to have follow up tests as recommended by Better2Know or your doctor, and not have sex until these come back negative.

If you have tested positive for Herpes, HIV or HPV you should consult with your Better2Know doctor about best practice for safe sex as these viruses require different management and treatment and may need long term follow up testing.   If you do have sex in this time, be sure to practice safer sex and let your partner know the risks.

STIs in Tahmoor are passed from person to person through bodily fluids. Although generally safe, kissing can also pass on STIs such as Herpes and HPV. With that in mind, it is always best to stop all sexual activity until you have finished your course of treatment.

Better2Know in Tahmoor can answer all your questions regarding your positive result, offering 24/7 advice and guidance alongside consultations with your Better2Know doctor.

Still need some help? Speak to an advisor now

If you are unsure of what you need to do, do not worry. You can call your team of advisors in Tahmoor using the phone number at the top of this page.

Better2Know Tahmoor knows that taking care of your sexual health can be overwhelming and confusing especially when you are worried you may have an STI. Our range of testing options is very comprehensive, and your local Better2Know team of expert advisors in Tahmoor will be able to answer all your questions and guide you down the path that is right for you.