Clinics in Hawks Nest

Is it true that some STIs have no symptoms?

Yes. Often STIs do not present any symptoms such as itching, soreness when urinating or during sex, flu-like symptoms, or unusual discharge. Symptoms, if they do appear, can vary between different people and different STIs. Some common STI infections such as Chlamydia can present no symptoms at all. Around 90% of men and 70% of women who are infected with Chlamydia will never show any symptoms.

Because of this, it is important that you test regularly for STIs in Hawks Nest. Regular testing at your local Better2Know clinic in Hawks Nest will provide you with the health information you need to keep yourself, and your sexual partners safe from symptomless STIs.

STIs such as Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, HIV, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, B and C, Mycoplasma, and Trichomonas are just a few common STIs that can present with no symptoms in the early stages of infection. No matter where you are, even in Hawks Nest, the risk of catching one of these infections is high.  Regular testing is the only way to protect your sexual health.

What are the symptoms of STIs?

Many STIs do not present symptoms in the early and sometimes even later stages of infection. Symptoms will also often vary between infection and person. Regular testing in Hawks Nest with your local Better2Know clinic is the only way to keep yourself and your partners safe from STIs.

Some signs of an STI infection are:

• pain when urinating or during sex

• lumps or lesions on the genital area

• unusual discharge

• pain in the lower back and kidney area

• flu-like symptoms

• swelling of the penis and/or testicles

• sore throat

• body rashes

If you have one or any of these symptoms, you should test right away. You can book your appointment quickly and easily with Better2Know at one of our many clinics in Hawks Nest. With our flexible and available booking options you can get your test and results within just a few days.

Call your Better2Know STI test centre in Hawks Nest today using the number above. Book your STI test now and start your journey to a better understanding of your body and better management of your sexual health.

How are STIs diagnosed?

STIs in Hawks Nest can only be diagnosed by testing. If you are worried about a sexual encounter you have had, or if you are presenting some STI symptoms, call your local Better2Know testing centre in Hawks Nest now to get your testing appointment booked.

Sexually transmitted infections are tested for using a range of different testing methods, each dependent on the STI or STD that is being tested for. Tests can be run on simple blood samples, self-collection urine samples and swab samples. Each sample is collected by a highly trained doctor or nurse in Hawks Nest.

Testing with Better2Know in Hawks Nest will give you a fast and accurate diagnosis and excellent onward care and support.

What is the difference between and STD and an STI?

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are ultimately the same thing. The term STI has become more commonly used, as the word infection is not as daunting as the word disease. By using the word infection in place of the word disease, people are encouraged to get tested more regularly and to not be afraid of the result.

If you develop symptoms such as itching, soreness when urinating or blisters on the genital area, these are good indicators that you have an STI. Ignoring these symptoms can increase your chances of further serious health complications.

That is why regular testing in Hawks Nest is imperative especially after a new sexual encounter. Better2Know’s wide range of sexual health testing in Hawks Nest will provide you with the information you need, whether you have an STI, STD or even nothing!

How often should I get tested for an STI?

You should get tested for an STI every time you have an encounter with a new sexual partner. It can be easy to let life in Hawks Nest take over and not prioritise your sexual health but protecting and maintaining your overall health as well as your sexual health will lead to a better understanding of yourself going forward.

Testing often in Hawks Nest is easy with your local Better2Know testing centre. With flexible appointment times we can fit into your schedule with ease.

What are the most common STIs in Hawks Nest?

The most common STIs in Hawks Nest include:

• Chlamydia

• Syphilis

• Gonorrhoea

• Mycoplasma

• Herpes

• HIV

• HPV

• Hepatitis B

Getting tested for these common STIs in Hawks Nest is important to protect your sexual health as well as the health of your sexual partners. Testing for these common STIs in Hawks Nest is easy with Better2Know who is ready to help you get your appointment booked and support you with the information you need to preserve your sexual and reproductive health.

Still need some help? Speak to an advisor now

If you are unsure of what you need to do, do not worry. You can call your team of advisors in Hawks Nest using the phone number at the top of this page.

Better2Know Hawks Nest knows that taking care of your sexual health can be overwhelming and confusing especially when you are worried you may have an STI. Our range of testing options is very comprehensive, and your local Better2Know team of expert advisors in Hawks Nest will be able to answer all your questions and guide you down the path that is right for you.