STD Testing & STD Screening

  • STD Testing is used to determine the presence of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or infections.
  • Certain bacteria, viruses, or parasites can be transmitted to another person via sexual contact, causing sexually transmitted infections (STls).
  • Different tests detect different STis. Hence, no single test can detect all sexually transmitted infections.
  • A comprehensive STD screening enables you to test for different common STDs. Early detection of STis allows you to get appropriate early and avoid transmission to your partner.
  • Getting yourself tested is the only way to know if you are infected with STis or HIV.

 

The common STDs in Malaysia:

  1. Chlamydia
  2. Gonorrhea
  3. Syphilis
  4. Genital Warts
  5. Herpes Simplex Virus HSV 1 & 2

 

Common STD Symptoms

Depending on your sexual activities, each STD causes different signs and symptoms. However, some of the common STD symptoms can be:

  1. Genital Symptoms - Discharge from the penis, vaginal, rectum, or throat. Genital itching, foul smell, pain, and irritation.
  2. Skin Symptoms - growths, blisters, rash, or ulcers on the body and genital areas
  3. Urinary Symptoms - Pain or discomfort or bleeding passing urine and during or after sexual intercourse.

 

Is STI Asymptomatic?

Some Sexually Transmitted Infections have no signs and symptoms (asymptomatic). However, you can still pass the infection to your sexual partners without displaying any symptoms.

A regular STI screening can help identify your STI status seek treatment quickly before passing it on to your partners. In addition, many STis can be cured and eradicated. There are HPV vaccination & hepatitis vaccinations available to help you reduce the risk of infection.

 

Is Untreated STI Dangerous?

Untreated STDs can lead to severe infertility, reproductive health problems, pregnancy complications, certain HPV-related cancers, heart disease, and brain and spinal cord infection.

Regular STD testing allows you to get appropriate treatment and management.

Some of the common asymptotics STis are:

  1. Human papillomavirus (HPV)
  2. Chlamydia
  3. Herpes Simplex Virus
  4. Gonorrhoea
  5. Trichomoniasis
  6. HIV

 

STD Screening Packages

During the consultation, your doctor will provide:

  • A detailed consultation on your sexual exposure and risk.
  • Physical examination of the external genitalia
  • Penile discharges
  • Vaginal discharge
  • Unusual sores and ulcers.
  • Lumps and bumps.
  • An in-depth discussion on required investigations and management.

The screening packages are designed based on sexual risk and severity of symptoms.