STD testing isn’t always a part of your regular checkup. So make sure to ask for STD testing. Talking about STD testing might feel awkward, but try not to be embarrassed. At Zorah, we encourage you to get STD testing done as most people get an STD at least once in their lives, and getting tested is the responsible thing to do – it means you are taking good care of your health.
STD testing is quick, easy, and it usually doesn’t hurt. There is not a single test for all STDs – each STD has its own test. These tests can include:
- A urine test
- An oral test – swab the mouth or throat with a soft swab
- A blood test
- A physical exam
- A blister or sore swab
- A genital swab
Some of the STDs include:
- Gonorrhea
- Chlamydia
- Trichomonas
- Syphilis
- Hepatitis
- HIV/AIDS
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
- Herpes
- Mycoplasma genitalium
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
You can get tested for most STDs whether or not you have symptoms as sometimes you may not develop symptoms despite having and STD.
Finding out that you have an STD might make you feel mad, embarrassed, or upset at first. But try not to freak out, you will be okay and you’re not alone. Our medical professionals at Zorah are here to help you through the entire treatment. Many STD’s can be easily cured with medication, so you can just finish your treatment and get on with your life.
Even though some STDs can’t be cured, there are lots of ways to treat your symptoms and prevent you from giving your STD to anyone you have sex with. People with STDs can be in relationships, have sex, and live totally normal lives.
Our advice at Zorah is to get STD testing every 6 months to one year. We offer all testing and treatment for the STDs. At Zorah, we are there to help you, not judge you!