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Q&A with Australian Health Practitioners
When should you get tested for an STD or STI?
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I've had a few sexual partners and rarely use protection. Do you think i need to get tested? I have no obvious signs of infections. -
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Women's Health Queensland Wide provides free health information for Queensland women. View Profile
It is important to visit a doctor if you suspect you may have a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Because many people with an STI may not have any symptoms, regular sexual health check ups are important, particularly if you have engaged in unsafe sexual activity, sexual activity with a new partner or with a partner who may have other partners. STIs that might be tested for may include gonorrhoea, chlamydia, HIV, hepatitis B, HSV (herpes simplex virus) and genital HPV (human papillomavirus). Testing may include urine or blood tests or taking swabs from the genital area.
Please note that all health information provided by Women’s Health Queensland Wide is subject to this disclaimer.
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