Why have STD tests?

March 4, 2009 by · 2 Comments
Filed under: STD Testing, Sexual Health, Walk In Clinic 

What should be understood is that many STD’s can not show any symptoms for long periods of time and sadly there are numbers of people who have no idea that they have an infection. If left undetected STD’s can cause serious additional medical risks in both males and females and this is why you should visit one of the STD testing clinics in London or other major cities.

If left untreated STD’s such as Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea can cause infertility in both men and women. Women can suffer the risk of a miscarriage and possible premature birth if pregnant and infected. The risk of cancer certainly increases in both men and women, men that have had a history of Gonorrhoea are at increases risk of developing prostate cancer too. You will be advised if you are diagnosed with an STD to have a full screening as there is a stronger chance of other STD’s. If a woman is pregnant, STD’s should not be underestimated as they can be passed on to the child with the possibility of adverse health conditions such as severe neurological damage, blindness and even death.

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2 Responses to “Why have STD tests?”
  1. Julie Foster says:

    I think you should always get checked out as you can’t say for definite that you don’t have an STD

  2. Simon Fister says:

    Hi

    I fully agree with the above post. Regular testing is a must and very advisable as symptoms can lurk around for months without been noticed.

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