STD Testing

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are incredibly common, with more than 2.5 million new infections diagnosed in a year. At Triad Primary Health and Wellness in High Point, North Carolina, Martina Ratliff, FNP-C, provides essential STD testing for common infections, including gonorrhea, chlamydia, and human papillomavirus (HPV). With early detection, most infections can be resolved or effectively managed. Call today or use the online tool to schedule your STD testing.

Who should consider getting STD testing?

STD testing helps detect and treat sexually transmitted infections early, reducing the risk of complications and preventing the spread of these infections. 

If you are sexually active, you should consider getting tested regularly. Everyone should get tested, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. 

STD testing is especially important for those who have multiple partners or engage in unprotected sex.

What types of STDs can be tested for?

Triad Primary Health and Wellness offers testing for a wide range of sexually transmitted infections, including but not limited to:

• Chlamydia
• Gonorrhea
• Syphilis
• HIV (human immunodeficiency virus)
• Herpes
• HPV (human papillomavirus) 

Martina can help determine which tests are most appropriate for you based on your risk factors and concerns.

How often should I get STD testing?

How frequently you should get STD testing depends on your particular sexual history and habits. As a general guideline, Martina recommends annual STD testing for sexually active people. 

If you have multiple partners or have a new partner, you should get tested more frequently. 

Is STD testing confidential?

STD tests are confidential. Your privacy is of utmost importance to Triad Primary Health and Wellness. 

Only authorized health care professionals involved in your care have access to your test results. Triad Primary Health and Wellness strictly adheres to privacy regulations and takes confidentiality seriously.

What happens if my STD test results are positive?

If your test results are positive for an STD, Martina works with you to develop the best treatment plan. 

Many sexually transmitted infections, like gonorrhea, syphilis, and chlamydia, are caused by bacteria or parasites. Bacteria diseases respond to antibiotics and have no lasting side effects with medication or other interventions. 

If you have an STD that won’t respond to antibiotics, Martina provides treatment options and offers guidance on preventing the spread of the infection to partners.

Do I have to experience symptoms to get STD testing?

You can and should get tested for STDs even if you are asymptomatic. Many STDs, including some of the most common ones, often do not cause noticeable symptoms but can still pose serious health risks. 

Regular testing, especially if you’re at a high risk of developing an STD, is important for early detection and prevention.

Call Triad Primary Health and Wellness or use the online tool to schedule STD testing today.