Clinics in Temka

Which STIs can I get tested for in Temka?

At your nearest sexual health clinic in Temka you can be tested quickly and confidentially for our wide range of STIs:

• HIV

• Chlamydia

• Gonorrhoea

• Syphilis

• Herpes

• HPV

• Genital Warts

• Hepatitis B

• Hepatitis C

• Ureaplasma

• Mycoplasma

• Trichomonas

• Gardnerella

You can choose whether to test for these STIs one at a time or we have a number of screens put together by our sexual health medical experts, which provide you with a comprehensive and meaningful range of STIs.

What kind of samples will I need to provide?

Most STI tests and screens offered by Better2Know in Temka require either a blood sample, a urine sample, or a swab sample.  Some screens will require a combination of these.

However, we understand that some people are not comfortable providing intimate swabs. That is why most of our tests and screens only require a blood or urine sample (or both). Swabs only need to be used in certain circumstances when testing for specific infections and are usually self collected.

A trained medical professional will collect blood samples during your appointment. If a urine sample or swab is required, you will be given instructions on how to collect it for your chosen tests.

Call our 24/7 Temka helpline for more information about the testing process.

If I test positive, do I need to tell my sexual partners?

If you test positive for an STI in Temka, it is best to inform all your current and recent sexual partners about your status, wherever they are. Doing this will help you protect their sexual health and keep the infection from spreading.

We understand that telling sexual partners about an STI can be embarrassing or awkward for some people. That is why we offer our Partner Notification system. This system allows you to send an anonymous notification to your sexual partners about your status that does not reveal your identity. Our partner notification system is available to you in your secure patient area putting you in total control of who you tell and if you share your name with them.  

Call our Temka Patient Services team to get more information about any advice or guidance you may need during this process.

If I have a sexually transmitted disease, can it be cured?

STDs are very common in Temka, and most are easily cured. Depending on the infection, you may only need a single dose of medication to clear the infection. The treatment you get will depend on the STD you have tested positive for.

There are some STDs that cannot be cured. These can be effectively managed with the right health care and treatment to help you live a long and healthy life.

For more information on STDs and how they are cured, call the phone number listed on this page to speak to one of our knowledgeable and friendly Sexual Health Advisors in Temka.

What STIs should I get tested for?

If you are unsure what infections to get tested for, we recommend choosing one of Better2Know’s STI screens. They are all available at our Temka sexual health clinic.  STI screens are used as a precautionary measure when you do not know what infection needs to be detected.

Better2Know’s STI screens are designed by medical professionals to test for a wide range of infections. Here are our most popular:

• Platinum Screen: This screen is the most comprehensive full panel STD test in Georgia, designed by medical professionals to test for 11 major STIs: HIV, Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Mycoplasma, Ureaplasma, Gardnerella, and Trichomonas.

• Comfort Screen: This screen is designed for anyone who may be experiencing pain, itching, or unusual discharge from their genitals. It uses a single urine sample to test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Herpes, Mycoplasma, Ureaplasma, Gardnerella, and Trichomonas.

• Peace of Mind Screen: Our Peace of Mind Screen is for anyone who wants to test for Georgia’s most common STDs as early as 14 days after an incident of concern: Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, and Syphilis.

You can also add tests for other infections onto any screen at a discounted price. Book your Temka test online now by clicking on the clinic nearest you.

HIV testing in Temka

If you are concerned about HIV, Better2Know offers accurate and reliable testing options that will give you quick results. At our sexual health clinic in Temka all you need to do is provide a simple blood sample.  Your HIV Test results are sent to you quickly and confidentially after our accredited laboratory completes its analysis. You also have the option of receiving your test results via SMS message or email.

Book your HIV test in Temka online now by selecting the best clinic for you on the map above.  If you need help, please call our Sexual Health Advisors, who are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to help you make the best possible decisions for your sexual health.

Syphilis testing in Temka

Once thought to be fairly rare in modern times, Syphilis infections are on the rise around the world and in Temka. Regular testing for Syphilis in sexually active people will help reduce the spread.

Syphilis can cause serious harm to your health if it is not caught early enough. Identifying the infection can be difficult because Syphilis can often be mistaken for other, less serious infections, meaning most people will not seek medical attention when they have symptoms.

Get your Syphilis test today by scheduling an appointment at one of Better2Know’s Temka sexual health clinics. Call the number listed at the top of this page or begin your booking by choosing a clinic near you on the map provided.