Take The Test Std And Sti Tests And Why You Need To Get Them

As we get older, we become more understanding when it comes to the topic of sex

. Back then, we just laughed at it and tried not to talk about it since its such an awkward subject.

But once we become sexually active, our views on sex change and we become more careful. However, millions of people all over the world still engage in sexual intercourse without being fully aware of the consequences of unprotected sex.

Although many heath institutions and even schools have aggressively tried to teach teenagers about safe sex through school-endorsed sex education, some are still misguided about the issue. They may not be aware of it, but they could be infected with an STD and they could also be infecting others with it.

If you are sexually active and have had multiple partners, you owe it to yourself and the people youre intimate with to be tested and proven safe.

Why take a test?

If you are sexually active, then you should really be checked for any STDs. Even though you might think that you are safe because you know your partner is not sick, you can never be too sure. There are over 25 different types of STIs or STDs, some of which do not have symptoms that you can see or feel right away. These diseases not only affect your health, they also affects your partners health. Getting tested for any STIs or STDs can save you and your partners life.

Get the fear out

Being tested STDs and STIs and finding out youre positive is scary not only because of your health, but because of what others may think of you. An STD can really be a self-esteem downer, its better to know about your disease while you can still do something about it. Take note that in most cases where people become seriously ill or even pass away because of an STD or STI, they were not even aware that they were sick to begin with.

What to get tested for

Start with HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B, Herpes, and Syphilis. These diseases are tested by examining a blood sample, with the results available in just a matter of minutes to a few hours.

On the other hand, diseases like Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and bacterial vaginosis can be tested with urine or pelvic exams. Some STDs and STIs can even be detected through the naked eye, these include problems such as genital warts and pubic lice can be detected through a checkup.

Prevention

Once you know if you have an infection or not, prevent spreading it or getting it. Use condoms, practice safe sex and be aware of your partners and your own health.

by: PhilipBury

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