Things to know about STD testing Dubai

STD or STI is a serious matter as about half of the estimated population is affected by it and most of them are the youngsters. People under 25 are usually affected and among those most are the females. What is more concerning is that they don’t even know about getting affected because STIs or STDs did not always show symptoms? Even a healthy person can be affected by it and he/she may not even know about it. Therefore, STD testing is the only preventive way to improve this condition. Moreover, being aware of sexually transmitted diseases or infections prevent further complications. 

What is STDs?

STD or sexually transmitted diseases are usually caused by sexual contact however it may be caused through nonsexual contact as well. A child can get it from the infected mother. Shared needles and blood transfusions are other nonsexual ways of transmitting STIs. Few symptoms may help you notice it such as:

·               Painful urination

·               Bumps on the rectal, oral or genital area

·               Unusual vaginal bleeding

·               Fever

·               Lower abdominal pain

These symptoms may appear early or it can take years as well, therefore, most of the times it gets unnoticed. So, when to go for STD testing? Usually, when the first time you see these symptoms, but if you are sexually active them regular checkup is good for you and your partner healthy. 

Where to go?

STD testing Dubai in a family planning clinic or a sexual health clinic by a doctor is good. However, don’t hide anything from the physician as it can lead to serious issues such as cervical cancer and infertility. Be honest.

About 70-95 percent of people don’t experience any symptoms, therefore, the only way is to get tested, however, don’t go for the self-test as the results are not reliable. Go to a reliable doctor or physician for the test. It usually takes less than an hour to get the results. Anyone sexually active should go for STD testing.