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Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections passed from one person to another through unprotected sex or genital contact.
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Common STIs such as chlamydia and gonorrhoea are easily treated with antibiotics.
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Regular STI testing is important as people may have a STI without any symptoms.
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Condoms can protect you and your partner from most STIs.
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You can find out more about STIs here.
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Warning
If you believe you may have been exposed to HIV in the last 72 hours, you should urgently see a doctor or sexual health clinic to consider post exposure prophylaxis (PEP).
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You could have a STl check for the following reasons:
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You have had unprotected sex (i.e. without a condom or if the condom wasn't used properly or it broke)
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You have a new sexual partner
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You have more than one sexual partner
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You're worried you've been exposed to a STI
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You want a routine sexual health check
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Please use our telehealth service or see your doctor or sexual health clinic for testing for the following:
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You have symptoms of a STI
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You have been told by a sexual partner they are positive for a STI (you may get treated while awaiting your results)
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You are taking PREP or PEP
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Self-testing
When you visit your lab testing centre they will give you instructions on how to do your own urine and/or swab tests in the toilet. For urine tests, do not pass urine at least one hour prior to your test.