Expert, evidence-based articles on STIs, testing, prevention, and sexual wellbeing. Written by UK sexual health experts.
Cold sores and genital herpes are caused by related but distinct herpes viruses. Learn the differences, symptoms, and when confidential STI testing may help.
Received an inconclusive herpes swab result? Understand what it means, why it happens, and whether repeat STI testing may help clarify your situation.
A herpes blood test can show positive even without symptoms. Learn why this happens, what it means, and how confidential STI testing can provide clarity.
Condoms reduce but may not fully prevent skin-to-skin STIs like HPV or herpes. Learn about risks, symptoms, and when confidential STI testing may help.
A throat infection may go unnoticed and spread in some cases. Understand causes, symptoms, and when confidential STI testing may help provide clarity.
Worried lubricant use before an STI swab might affect results? Find out how PCR testing works and when retesting may be advised. Calm, clear guidance.
Routine health checkups don't always include STI screening. Learn when hidden sexual health infections go undetected and when confidential STI testing may help.
A clear urine test doesn't rule out STIs in the throat or rectum. Learn why extragenital swabs matter for complete sexual health testing. Discreet UK clinic.
Wondering if a prostate infection shows on a urine test? Learn what standard tests detect, when STI testing may help, and how to get confidential results.
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