Expert, evidence-based articles on STIs, testing, prevention, and sexual wellbeing. Written by UK sexual health experts.
Experiencing vaginal symptoms? Learn why bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis symptoms overlap, making laboratory testing more reliable than symptom guessing.
Learn how to differentiate between cold sores and syphilis symptoms. Discover why type-specific blood testing provides clarity when visual diagnosis isn't enough.
Silent pelvic inflammation often has no symptoms but can cause serious health issues. Learn about early PCR screening and when STI testing may provide clarity.
Unusual vaginal spotting can have many causes. Learn when chlamydia and gonorrhoea testing may help provide clarity for persistent symptoms.
Testing for chlamydia too early can give false negative results. Learn about the 14-day window period and when accurate STI testing should be conducted.
Understand why the GMC recommends a definitive 90-day HIV test after exposure. Learn about window periods, testing accuracy, and peace of mind through comprehensive HIV screening.
Moving in together? Learn why mutual STI testing creates trust and health security. Professional guidance on creating your couple's clean health profile.
Discover why qualitative PCR testing provides the most accurate detect/not detect results for STIs. Learn how this gold standard technology works for sexual health screening.
Concerned about STI exposure after unprotected sex? Learn which specific infections to test for, testing timelines, and when screening is recommended. Confidential testing available.
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