Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) testing
STIs are infections that are passed between people during sexual activity. You can catch an STI through:
- Vaginal sex
- Anal sex
- Oral sex
Some STIs have no symptoms, but if left untreated, can lead to more serious health problems like infertility. Other STIs do have symptoms such as:
- Unusual discharge from the penis or vagina – which may have an unpleasant smell
- itches
- rashes
- lumps or blisters around the genitals or anus
- pain when passing urine
- pain and/ or bleeding after sex
- pain in the testicles or lower tummy
Most STIs can be treated and cured – especially when caught early enough. Get tested, Take control.
You can get tested and treated for STIs in complete confidence at the following places, whatever your age, including under-16s. Click the links for further info:
Chlamydia / Gonorrhoea screening for under-25s, including full STI testing during GUM clinics.
Testing and treatment for all STIs, all ages.
Rapid HIV testing service available (result in 20 minutes).
Testing and treatment for Chlamydia - all ages
Testing for Gonorrhoea, HIV and Syphilis - all ages
Rapid HIV testing service (results in 20 minutes) for LGBT of all ages.
Free, dsicreet postal Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea home testing kits for under 25s.
Drop-in service providing testing and treatment for most STIs.
Free, discreet postal HIV home testing kits for those at high-risk of HIV. Eligibility criteria apply.
Free HIV testing for all ages, at Hartington Road Clinic.
Click on the following links for more information on STIs:
Chlamydia