My ex told me they have an STI. Which test is right for me?

Published March 13 2013 inSexual Health
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The important thing is not to get into a blame game. The really important thing is that they have done the right thing and told you.

 

Try to find out what they have tested positive and negative for. If they have one STI or STD there is a chance they have more than one, (as they have had unsafe sex to catch one infection), but they may not have been tested for the full range of STDs and STIs that Better2Know test for. In GUM clinics the standard tests are for: chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV and syphilis ONLY.

We suggest that you test for what ever your ex tested positive for, and whatever they did not test for. If you are not sure or do not want to ask then Better2Know recommends the Full STD screen which includes Chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV and syphilis and Hepatitis B, mycoplasma and ureaplasma.

Everyone’s circumstances are different, and it is your responsibility to choose the tests that are right for you depending on your sexual activity and what you know about your partner. If you are unsure then Better2Know recommends a Full STD screen. Once is enough to catch an STD, STI or HIV.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Mike has been delivering world class Sexually Transmitted Infections testing services to Better2Know patients around the world for over ten years. He has written extensively on the subject, including numerous blogs for Better2Know which are designed to demystify the complex intricacies of sexual health testing. Mike wants to help his readers understand the risks they take in their daily sexual lives and provide the information they need when choosing an STI or STD test in a clear, concise and understandable way. Mike is particularly interested in writing about viral STIs like HIV and Hepatitis, as these infections can have a devastating impact on people’s lives if they are not diagnosed quickly. Only through being well informed can you best care for your health, and Mike is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience to help you and all his readers lead a happier, healthier life.