Clinics in Buenaventura

Which STDs should I test for in Buenaventura

Better2Know are experts in sexual health.  Whatever your concerns we can help you quickly and without knowing your real name.  In Buenaventura we can test you for:

• Chlamydia

• Gonorrhoea

• HIV

• Syphilis

• Herpes

• Hepatitis B

• Hepatitis C

• HPV

• Genital Warts

• Mycoplasma

• Ureaplasma

• Trichomonas

• Gardnerella

If you are not sure what test to get, you can call our 24/7 Buenaventura helpline to speak to our Patient Services team. They can discuss your situation with you and help you determine what testing service you will need.

How do I get a Syphilis test in Buenaventura?

Syphilis is an infection caused by bacteria.  It is a common infection passed on by skin contact with a syphilis sore.  This most often happens during sex.

Both men and women can catch and pass on syphilis in Buenaventura.  Syphilis can do a lot of damage to your health, but it can also be treated easily.  You can get syphilis more than once. 

If you have had syphilis once, it will always show up in future Syphilis tests, so please let us know if you have this infection before.

The first step in treating Syphilis is getting tested. Book your STI test at our Buenaventura sexual health clinic today to secure your sexual health.

What happens at my STD testing appointment?

Better2Know does everything we can to provide a compassionate, confidential STD testing service to everyone in Buenaventura.

When you arrive for your appointment, a nurse will join you in a private consultation room. The nurse will take your samples and send them to our accredited laboratory for analysis.

Depending on the screen or test you choose to get, you may need to provide a blood sample, urine sample, or a swab sample. You should be in and out of your appointment in 10-15 minutes.

We can help you to get tested now, choose the sexual health clinic nearest you in Buenaventura on the map above to start your online booking.   

How will I get my STI test results in Buenaventura?

Better2Know provides a confidential STI testing service in Buenaventura that respects your privacy and need to get fast results to confirm your sexual health status.  We will notify you of your test results by SMS or email as soon as they are all ready. They will also be uploaded to your secure online Patient Area. 

Your area is protected through secure encryption and accessible only to you.  You can check on the progress of your results at any time.  If you choose a screen, some results may be back sooner than others.

Speak to a member of our Buenaventura Patient Services team now for more information about the testing process.

Which STI tests or screens does Better2Know have?

Better2Know’s STI screens have been put together by international sexual health medical experts to detect the right STIs. Here are some of our most sought-after options:

• Full Screen: Designed to give you a full picture of your sexual health, this screen tests for Buenaventura's most common STIs and those which can cause serious health complications: HIV, Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Syphilis, Hepatitis B, Mycoplasma, and Ureaplasma.

• Comfort Screen: Tailored for individuals experiencing pain, itching, or unusual discharge from the genital area. This screen uses a single urine sample to test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Herpes I/II, Mycoplasma, Ureaplasma, Gardnerella, and Trichomonas.

• Peace of Mind Screen: Ideal for those seeking early detection of three of Buenaventura’s most prevalent STDs: Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, and Syphilis.  You only need to wait 14 days after the sex that you are concerned about to have this screen.

For personalised guidance on your STI testing options, reach out to our Buenaventura helpline to connect with one of our knowledgeable Sexual Health Advisors.

STIs and pregnancy in Buenaventura

When you or your partner is pregnant in Buenaventura, it is one of the most important times for a woman not to get an STI.  Having an STI while you are pregnant can cause serious damage to your unborn baby.  You should always follow the advice of your Buenaventura doctor and midwife when you are pregnant, but if you are worried you should test for:

• HIV

• Herpes (if you have never had herpes before)

• Chlamydia

• Gonorrhoea

• Syphilis

STIs can be passed on to your baby before or during the birth.  Most transmissions (passing on to your baby) can be prevented (including HIV) but your midwife needs to know that you have an STI to be able to stop the baby becoming unwell.

Book your test online by choosing the sexual health clinic nearest you in Buenaventura or call us on the number above.

Phone our 24-hour sexual health hotline if you need more help

Our sexual health advisors are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week if you have any questions.  They will be able to answer your questions and make your STI test booking.  Please call the number at the top of the page now.