Private STD clinics which are also called GUM clinics offer expertise in sexually transmitted diseases. These private clinics offer a discreet service dealing exclusively with the testing for and treatment of sexually transmitted infections. This can include easily treated conditions such as trichomonas and genital warts to the life-threatening infections such as syphilis, hepatitis and HIV.

All sexually active adults should ensure they have STD tests on a regular basis. This is especially true if you have several partners. Even when you have no symptoms you could still have a sexually transmitted disease which could be then passed on to others. Chlamydia is very prevalent today and has few symptoms. Chlamydia testing can be effective in identifying the disease before serious damage is incurred. Other infections such as syphilis and HIV can start out with low grade symptoms that can be mistaken for less chronic conditions.

Many people will become very anxious when a new relationship results in issues in the intimate areas of their bodies however often STD testing reveals less serious conditions such as cystitis for example. However there are plenty who do get positive results so it is imperative to be tested if you suspect you may have been infected.

A GUM clinic offers confidential and non-invasive Chlamydia tests and many offer a walk-in service so you can quickly get the STD test done. This means you don’t need to inform your GP and quick urine test can tell all is well. However for complete peace of mind a full STD check is recommended.

Just because one infection has not been detected does not mean others are not present. If you are sexually active it makes sense to test for all STDs to ensure you have a clean bill of health.

At samedaydoctor.co.uk we offer a full range of STD tests at our private clinics.