Sexual Health: Std Full Panel Tests

Sexual Health

It is important we pay attention to sexual health, especially individuals who are sexually active. Millions of people in the world today have one STDs or the other and are not aware because the symptoms are not observable (most STDs are asymptomatic). Getting tested is the only way to eliminate doubt especially for individuals with multiple sex partners or individuals who often practice unprotected sex. Early detection of STDs through test ensures effective treatment and prevents the spread of the disease. It also lowers health complications caused such as infertility, chronic pains, and death in some cases. Since these diseases are numerous, an STD panel test can be carried out to confirm the presence of one or more STDs.

STDs:

STD is an acronym for sexually transmitted diseases; STDs are infections transmitted through sex (either oral, virginal or anal). STD are dangerous and are primarily caused by bacteria, viruses, yeast, and parasites, but most STDs can be treated. However, early detection reduces the risk or dangers associated with sexually transmitted diseases. 

Symptoms of STD may include:

•        Bumps or sores around the cheeks, thighs or genitals

•        Abnormal discharge from the penis or vagina

•        Burning sensation during urination

•        Flu-like symptoms such as fever, fatigue, body ache and swollen glands

•        Irritation or swelling of the vagina, vulva, penis or anus.

The above symptoms could be a sign of another condition such as a urinary tract infection, therefore getting tested is recommended to confirm the presence of an STD.

Get Tested:

Getting tested is the first step to feeling better and achieving mental rest, especially for individuals

who have noticed symptoms associated with STDs. An STD test is the only way to confirm the presence of the disease since there are no observable symptoms most times. Individuals with multiple sex partners or individuals who often involve themselves with unprotected sex are at higher risk of contracting STDs. Total abstinence, using of protection during intercourse (condoms), reduce multiple or having a single sex partner, and getting tested can contribute significantly to reducing the spread of STDs.

Std 10 Panel Test:

STDs can be detected using urine or blood samples from individuals using the 10 panel STD test. This method is efficient in detecting common STDs. The STD panel utilizes urine and blood samples to diagnose several sexually transmitted diseases at the same time. This method is cost effective and saves time. The 10 panel STD test checks for the presence of common STDs such as Chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, oral herpes, genital herpes, syphilis, HIV 1 and HIV 2 antibodies. The presence of an STD increases the risk of contracting multiple STDs; this is why the STD panel test is essential as it helps identify several STDs within a short period.

Accurate and Discreet:

The 10 panel STD test is comprehensive and accurate in diagnosing STDs and is useful for individuals who are worried about having an STD and want answers very fast. A full panel test can also be carried out to test for a wide range of sexually transmitted diseases including the HIV RNA test for patients who are worried about recent exposure.