Clinics in Saint Helens

Which STIs can I be tested for in Saint Helens

Better2Know offers you the widest range of Sexual Health tests and screens in Saint Helens 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

• Hepatitis A

• Hepatitis B

• Hepatitis C

• 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.

What happens at my Sexual Health test in Saint Helens?

When you arrive at your local Better2Know sexual health clinic in Saint Helens, 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 Saint Helens STI clinic ensures ease, speed, and accuracy when it comes to sexual health testing.

Chlamydia Testing in Saint Helens

Chlamydia is one of the most common STIs in Saint Helens.  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 Saint Helens 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 Saint Helens.

HIV Testing in Saint Helens

HIV testing in Saint Helens is quick and simple. With one blood sample you can have your results in 1-2 days. No long waiting times and excellent information and support at every turn with Better2Know’s 24/7 sexual health advisory team.

HIV is a serious infection that can cause illness and even death, if not diagnosed and treated promptly. Regular testing is the only way to reliably know your HIV status.  Testing ensures that if you do test positive, your infection is detected early so that treatment can begin immediately.  Starting treatment early gives you the best chance of leading a normal length of life.

Your local Better2Know HIV testing centre in Saint Helens offers a variety of HIV tests to ensure the correct diagnosis of this disease. Better2Know offers Molecular and Antibody/Antigen tests for HIV, ensuring you get the right test at the right time. Better2Know can advise you on the right test and open the door to your HIV testing journey in Saint Helens. We will help you get tested, get you fast results and give you all the medical support you need should you test positive. Test with Better2Know for your peace of mind.

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

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

24-hour Saint Helens sexual health hotline

Your local Better2Know team of sexual health advisors and doctors are ready to help you 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Better2Know Saint Helens believes that peace of mind when it comes to your sexual health is imperative. By offering 24/7 advice and guidance in Saint Helens we know that we can be there for you whenever you may need it. No lengthy waiting times, no long on hold periods. Better2Know advisors in Saint Helens are waiting to help you.