What STDs Should I Get Tested For?

While sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, don’t commonly pop up in casual conversations, they are incredibly common in the United States. They happen to one in five people every single year.

Getting tested for an STD is incredibly important to protect your sexual health as well as prevent long-term issues for yourself later in life. Our AFC Urgent Care Memphis team tests for STDs, and we can help you get to the root cause of your issue today.

What Constitutes an STD?

STDs are infections that are spread through unprotected sexual contact. While many STDs come with a variety of unpleasant symptoms, some don’t present with any symptoms at all, so you may be spreading something to a new partner without even knowing it. That is why it is crucial to test before changing partners or beginning a new relationship.

Most STDs are easily treatable if you can catch them on time. The longer you wait to address any symptoms, the higher your chance of your infection becoming more severe. We actually test for a variety of STDs right here in our clinic.

STD Tests at AFC Urgent Care Memphis

  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Trichomoniasis

Is Treating an STD Always Necessary?

You should always be tested if you suspect you have an STD. While some STDs will resolve themselves on their own, most will require specific treatment to prevent further complications like infertility, pregnancy complications, bladder problems and pelvic inflammatory disease. Getting tested is a simple way to prevent the risk of developing these problems!

Our team tests for and treats STDs all of the time, so even if you feel hesitant or nervous to seek help, know that we will approach your case with respect and professionalism. Early detection and treatment is key to protecting your sexual health.

STD Prevention Tips

  • Get tested before any new partners.
  • Use a condom during sexual contact.
  • Get vaccinated for hepatitis A, hepatitis B and HPV.
  • Communicate any diagnoses with new partners.

Are you concerned that you contracted an STD? Come get tested at AFC Memphis today.