Clinics in Ludhiana

Chlamydia tests in Ludhiana

Chlamydia is one of the most common STIs in the world.  Most men and women with a Chlamydia infection do not have any symptoms.  Especially in the first few weeks and months of infection.  Our Ludhiana clinic tests men and women for Chlamydia with a simple urine sample.

If you have had unprotected sex with a new partner, you should have a test for Chlamydia.  You should not wait for Chlamydia symptoms to appear to get tested. 

Book an STI test at a Better2Know sexual health clinic in Ludhiana today using the map on this page. You can also book your appointment by calling our 24/7 helpline and speaking to a member of our Patient Services team.

HIV testing in Ludhiana

If you are worried that you may have HIV, the only way to know for sure is to get tested.  Better2Know offers HIV testing at all its sexual health clinics in Ludhiana.  All we need is a blood sample, and we will get you your results quickly and confidentially, we do not need your real name.  All HIV tests are run in our up-to-date laboratories. 

Book your HIV test in Ludhiana 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.

How do I know if I have an STD?

Our doctors say that you cannot diagnose an STD on symptoms alone.  The only way to know if you have an STD is to get tested. 

Most men and women do not experience any symptoms when they contract an infection. Some people can go months or even years and not show many, or any, outward symptoms. That is why it is important to get tested often, especially if you are sexually active or have had sex with a new partner.

When they do occur, common STD symptoms include:

• Unusual discharge from the vagina, penis, or anus

• Painful urination

• Pain during sexual intercourse

• Blemishes, such as sores, blisters, bumps, or rashes that appear on the genitals, rectum, or mouth

• Itching around the genital area

• Pain in the abdomen

• Flu-like symptoms, including fever and headaches

• Unusual weight loss

• In women: unusual vaginal bleeding, particularly after sex

If left unaddressed, STDs can result in severe health complications including infertility, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, certain types of cancer, and a compromised immune system.

If you have concerns about your sexual health, take the initiative to get tested today at a Better2Know clinic in Ludhiana. Booking your appointment is easy.  Please click on the sexual health clinic nearest you on the provided map and book your appointment online now.

What samples do I need to provide for my STD test?

At Better2Know we understand that not everyone is comfortable with having their blood taken or providing an intimate swab.  We have designed our online sexual health booking system so that you can filter the tests available by the sample needed. Depending on the test or screen that you choose, a blood, urine or swab sample will be taken. For some screens, a combination of these samples will be necessary. 

When you arrive at your Better2Know sexual health clinic in Ludhiana, your blood samples will be taken by one of our trained and experienced healthcare professionals, they will also give you instructions on how to collect a urine sample and any swabs that are needed for your chosen tests.

How can I prevent STIs in Ludhiana?

The only way to not have an STI in Ludhiana is to not have sex.  Condoms, femidoms and dental dams can help to prevent STIs spreading, but they will not work all the time.  Sometimes bodily fluids are exchanged before the condom (or other barrier method) is put on (or in) and sometimes they may break, or not be used properly.

Having only one sexual partner at a time and regular STI testing in Ludhiana can help to stop infections spreading.  If you do test positive, you should let your sexual partners know so that they can also get tested and treated.

If you are worried that your condom did not work, or it has been over three to six months since your last STI test, you should get tested.

The earlier you get diagnosed; the sooner you can get treated. Call our Ludhiana helpline to book an STI screen at a sexual health clinic near you.

What is the difference between an STI test and a screen?

An STI test is designed to confirm or rule out the presence of a specific infection. Individual tests are perfect for anyone who knows the single infection that they wish to test for.

An STI screen, designed by our medical team, looks for several infections at once. Screens are often used to get a broader picture of your sexual health when you have had a risky sexual encounter and want to protect your health.  There is no way to know which STIs you may have caught without being tested.

If you would like to talk with someone about whether a test or screen would be right for you, speak to Better2Know’s Sexual Health Advisors in Ludhiana today.

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.