How do you get an STI test in NSW?
If you want to get tested for an STI, or have a sexual health check-up, you can choose to find your own doctor or visit a sexual health clinic, family planning clinic, youth health centre, women’s health centre or Aboriginal community controlled health services.
Can a GP test for STI?
Some GP practices, pharmacies, contraception clinics and young people’s services may also provide testing for some STIs. Not everyone with an STI has symptoms.
How much is an STI test in Australia?
Testing for STIs is free and confidential. Testing may be performed on a urine sample or swab to detect chlamydia, gonorrhoea, trichomonas or herpes, depending on the site of infection. Blood tests are available which detect antibodies to HIV and syphilis.
What if I test positive to an STI?
If your test result is positive for an STI, you will need to return to your doctor to discuss treatment. In the case of chlamydia and gonorrhoea, treatment is as simple as an antibiotic prescription.
What can be mistaken for an STD?
Symptoms of a yeast infection (itching, irritation and a thick discharge) that may be similar to the symptoms of STDs.
- Trichomoniasis.
- Herpes.
- Genital warts.
- Gonorrhea.
- Chlamydia.
How long can an STD go undetected?
Some STDs have symptoms, but many don’t, so they can go unnoticed for a long time. For example, it can take more than 10 years for HIV symptoms to show up, and infections like herpes, chlamydia, and gonorrhea can be spread even if there are no symptoms.
How do I contact sex Sydney Sydney sexual health centre?
Sydney Sexual Health Centre have made changes in the way we are seeing you, in order to protect everyone against COVID-19 (Coronavirus). SSHC is now an appointment only service (no walk ins). You can call on (02) 9382 7440 to make an appointment.
Where can I get tested for STIs and HIV in Sydney?
You can have all of your STI, HIV and hepatitis testing and treatment done free at SSHC. We are a secondary NSP service and part of the NSW Needle Syringe Program (NSP). We provide free sterile injecting equipment via a self-service (fit pack) dispenser located on Level 3 just near the lift and reception.
Is there a free sexual health clinic in Bondi Junction?
We run a free sexual health clinic for young people at Headspace Bondi Junction. To be eligible to attend the Satellite clinic you must be 25 years old and under and an Australian permanent resident or citizen.