Clinics in Bucharest

What kind of samples will I need to provide?

Most STI tests and screens offered by Better2Know in Bucharest 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 Bucharest helpline for more information about the testing process.

Should I stop having sex if I am concerned about having an STI?

If you are concerned that you have an STI, you should stop having sex until you have been tested and completed any prescribed treatment. This advice is important to prevent the spread of the infection to your other sexual partners.

After treatment, regular testing, and safe sex practices, such as using condoms, can help you manage your sexual health responsibly while reducing the risk of STI transmission.

Book your Better2Know STI test in Bucharest online now.  We can help you to get fast results and access any treatment that you need.

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

STDs are very common in Bucharest, 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 Bucharest.

HIV testing in Bucharest

Both men and women are at risk of HIV in Bucharest.  If you have had sex with a new male or female partner, then we suggest that you include an HIV test in your screen.  This is because it is important to detect HIV early so that you can begin treatment.  These days, most people with HIV will lead a normal length of life providing they start treatment early and take their medication regularly.

Our advanced blood tests can detect HIV in a small blood sample from just 10 days after any potential infection.  This is the earliest HIV test possible in Bucharest.  HIV is also included in many of our STI screens.  It is always important to know your HIV status so that you can protect your own health and not pass the infection on.

If you are concerned about having HIV, call our helpline today to speak to our Sexual Health Advisors.  They will be happy to help you to book your HIV test.

What are the symptoms of an STI?

STIs can have many symptoms: some obvious and some less so. What makes many STIs so common in Bucharest is that many of their symptoms can be minor or mistaken for other less serious infections. Because of this, people may not get tested. That is why it is always better to know your sexual status if you are concerned about any symptoms.

The symptoms you get will depend on the infection. When they do appear, your symptoms may include:

• Itching or burning sensations in the genitals or the groin area

• Any unusual discharge from the penis or vagina

• Pain or burning sensations during urination

• Pain during normal sexual intercourse

• New and unusual skin blemishes such as warts, sores, blisters, chancres, or rashes in or around the genitals, anus, or mouth

• Lasting pain in the lower abdomen

• Symptoms that may be mistaken for the flu or other infections, such as fever, body aches, or fatigue

• Unexplained weight loss

• Unusual vaginal bleeding between periods

Most people with an STI do not have any symptoms in Bucharest. It is possible to have an infection for months or years and not know it.

If you have an STI and leave it untreated, you could develop serious health complications, such as problems with your fertility, an increased risk of developing cancer, reduced immune function, and problems with major organ systems.

Get tested with Better2Know today to find out your sexual health status. Start your online booking by choosing a sexual health clinic in Bucharest near you.

HPV Testing in Bucharest

HPV stands for Human Papilloma Virus, is very common and can be contracted by both men and women in Bucharest.  There are over 100 different types of HPV, about 40 of the types can be transmitted by sexual or skin-skin contact, and 14 of these are said to be High Risk for certain cervical cancers in women and penile cancers in men.

HPV is also the virus which causes genital warts.  These are Low Risk HPV types and means that they are not associated with cancer.  However, the warts can be uncomfortable or painful. Knowing what they are, means that you can get the right treatment to remove them.

Testing for HPV regularly is important. Women can have an HPV test at any time when they do not have a period.  Men should have the test when they have a genital wart or lesion.  At your appointment in Bucharest your nurse will collect your sample and send it to our laboratory for fast and accurate analysis.

You can book your HPV test in Bucharest online now by clicking select on the sexual health clinics nearest you on the map above.

Book your STI Test in Bucharest online today

You can book your STI Test appointment online by clicking on the Bucharest sexual health clinic on the map above nearest you and choosing your STI tests.  You will be able to

choose your appointment date and time and pay online.

Our secure payment portal means that your payment will be secure and your STI Test appointment in Bucharest will be confirmed by one of our team shortly.