Clinics in Secunda
Experts in sexual healthPrivate clinics nationwideSTDs often do not present any symptoms, especially in women. This is why regular testing, particularly after a new sexual partner, is imperative. Better2Know Secunda’s anonymous partner notification system allows you to inform any recent partners of your status without revealing your identity.
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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 Secunda 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 Secunda, 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 Secunda.
HIV testing in Secunda
Both men and women are at risk of HIV in Secunda. 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 Secunda. 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.
Syphilis testing in Secunda
Once thought to be fairly rare in modern times, Syphilis infections are on the rise around the world and in Secunda. 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 Secunda 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.
HPV Testing in Secunda
HPV stands for Human Papilloma Virus, is very common and can be contracted by both men and women in Secunda. 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 Secunda your nurse will collect your sample and send it to our laboratory for fast and accurate analysis.
You can book your HPV test in Secunda online now by clicking select on the sexual health clinics nearest you on the map above.
Book your STI Test in Secunda online today
You can book your STI Test appointment online by clicking on the Secunda 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 Secunda will be confirmed by one of our team shortly.
24-hour helpline available in Secunda
Better2Know offers a 24-hour helpline for all our patients, so that you can contact us at any time. Our dedicated team of Sexual Health Advisors in Secunda are always available to provide professional and confidential advice, answer your queries, and assist you in booking your STI test appointments.
You can also contact us by webchat, and email. All bookings can also be made online by selecting the Secunda sexual health clinic near you on the map above. Call us today to book your STI test in Secunda.
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