Clinics in Pacific Palms

What happens at my Sexual Health test in Pacific Palms?

When you arrive at your local Better2Know sexual health clinic in Pacific Palms, you will be greeted by one of our friendly and highly trained doctors or nurses. They will take you through to a private and discreet consultation room, where they will guide you through the testing process.

There they will take your sample and answer any questions you might have. You can carry on with your day as soon as your sample is collected.  You can expect your results in a matter of days. With no lengthy waiting periods your nearest Pacific Palms STI clinic ensures ease, speed, and accuracy when it comes to sexual health testing.

FAST STI Test results in Pacific Palms

Better2Know brings you the fastest STI test result turnaround times in Pacific Palms. Our accredited partner laboratory in Pacific Palms will begin analysing your samples on the same day that they arrive.

Results times in Pacific Palms are between 1-4 days depending on the test you choose.  As soon as your results are ready they will be reviewed by a doctor and then sent straight through to your private patient area on our secure website.

Which STIs can I be tested for in Pacific Palms

Better2Know offers you the widest range of Sexual Health tests and screens in Pacific Palms to ensure that you get the right STI tests when you need them the most. We test for all STIs and STDs including:

• Chlamydia

• Gonorrhoea

• Herpes

• HIV

• Syphilis

• HPV

• Mycoplasma

• Gardnerella

• Trichomonas

Our medical team has created a range of Better2Know STI screens, each testing for more than one infection and designed for your particular testing needs. If you are not sure which screen is right for you, then please choose our Full STI Screen.

With Better2Know, your STI testing worries will be put at ease.

Chlamydia Testing in Pacific Palms

Chlamydia is one of the most common STIs in Pacific Palms.  It is easily passed on from one partner to another during sex.  If left untreated it can cause long term health problems and may lead to infertility and other health issues.

You can catch Chlamydia in your genital area, throat (if you gave oral sex) or your rectum (if you received anal sex).  You will need to test each area that might have Chlamydia.

A simple urine sample will test for Chlamydia in your genital area. Your Chlamydia test result will be available in Pacific Palms in just a few days. If you do test positive, we will help you to access the treatment you need to get better.

Chlamydia often does not have any symptoms. The only way to know if you are infected is to get tested in your nearest clinic in Pacific Palms.

Gonorrhoea Testing in Pacific Palms

Pacific Palms has one of the highest rates of gonorrhoea infection in Australia. This is why testing yourself for Gonorrhoea has never been more important. By providing a simple urine or swab sample, you will know in a matter of just a few days if you are infected with Gonorrhoea.

Diagnosing Gonorrhoea early can prevent you from further health complications. The Gonorrhoea bacteria is increasingly gaining resistance to antibiotics. By testing and detecting it early, you will protect your health, reduce the rate of Gonorrhoea infections, and lower the number of antibiotic resistant cases of this worrying STI.

Testing for gonorrhoea in Pacific Palms could not be easier with Better2Know by your side.

Can I still have sex if I have an STI?

If you test positive, it is recommended that you stop all sexual activity until you have completed your full course of antibiotics prescribed for your infection. You might also want to have follow up tests as recommended by Better2Know or your doctor, and not have sex until these come back negative.

If you have tested positive for Herpes, HIV or HPV you should consult with your Better2Know doctor about best practice for safe sex as these viruses require different management and treatment and may need long term follow up testing.   If you do have sex in this time, be sure to practice safer sex and let your partner know the risks.

STIs in Pacific Palms are passed from person to person through bodily fluids. Although generally safe, kissing can also pass on STIs such as Herpes and HPV. With that in mind, it is always best to stop all sexual activity until you have finished your course of treatment.

Better2Know in Pacific Palms can answer all your questions regarding your positive result, offering 24/7 advice and guidance alongside consultations with your Better2Know doctor.

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 Pacific Palms using the phone number at the top of this page.

Better2Know Pacific Palms 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 Pacific Palms will be able to answer all your questions and guide you down the path that is right for you.