STD Test Complete

What is the STD Test Complete?

The STD Test Complete kit checks the presence of the most common STDs: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Trichomoniasis, Syphilis, and HIV. The test package consists of a urine and blood test for men and a vaginal smear combined with a blood test for women. You will receive extensive instructions with your self-test. After collection you can send in your sample and it will be examined by a certified laboratory. You will receive the results within a few days. It couldn’t be easier!

What is the incubation period of each STD?

Every STD has a so-called incubation period. This is the time between the actual infection and the moment that the STD is detectable by a test. Below you will find the list with the associated incubation period per STD.

• Chlamydia: 1 – 3 weeks, usually after 14 days
• Gonorrhea: After 14 days
• Trichomonas: 1 – 4 weeks, usually after 21 days
• Syphilis: 10 – 90 days, usually after 28 days
• HIV: 3 weeks – 3 months

Below you will find a list of the most common symptoms for men for various STD’s:

Chlamydia

• Painful urination
• Lower abdominal pain
• Discharge from penis
• Testicle pain
• Pain during sexual intercourse

Gonorrhea

• Pain or swelling in one of the testicles
• Discharge from the penis
• Painful urination
• Abdominal pain

Trichomoniasis 

• Discharge from the penis
• Redness and/or itching and irritation in or around the penis
• Painful urination

Syphilis

• Skin ulcers
• Fever
• Swollen glands
• Headaches
• Fatigue
• Muscular pain
• Hair loss 

HIV

• Fatigue
• Fever
• Rash
• Muscle and joint pain
• Mouth ulcers
• Swollen lymph nodes (mainly in the neck)

Below you will find a list of the most common symptoms for women for various STD’s:

Chlamydia

• Painful urination
• Lower abdominal pain
• Vaginal discharge
• Pain during sexual intercourse
• Bleeding after intercourse

Gonorrhea

• Painful urination
• Vaginal discharge
• Pain in the abdomen or pelvis
• Pain during sexual intercourse

Trichomoniasis 

• Vaginal discharge
• Redness and / or itching around genitals
• Painful urination

Syphilis

• Sores in and around the mouth, vagina and elsewhere on the skin
• Fever
• Swollen glands
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Muscle pain
• Hair loss 

HIV

• Fatigue
• Fever
• Rash
• Muscle pain and / or joint pain
• Ulcers
• Swollen lymph nodes (mainly in the neck)

Introduction

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are diseases that are transmitted through sexual contact. You can be infected with or pass on a virus or bacteria to someone else during sex. This can be through the penis, vagina, anus, and sometimes also with your mouth or fingers. Many STDs cause little or no symptoms. However, an STD is not harmless, and it can cause uncomfortable symptoms at the location of infection. While most STDs are treatable, if some infections are not treated in time they can cause longer-term damage to the body. For example, some untreated STDs in women can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease. In the long run, this increases the risk of infertility and ectopic pregnancy. It is therefore important that you get tested if you have been at risk to treat the infection and to prevent it from spreading to others.

Via Homed-IQ you can get tested for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Trichomoniasis, Syphilis and HIV.

Chlamydia

Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. The bacteria can cause infection of the urethra, cervix, rectum or throat. The infection can spread to the epididymis in men and to the uterus or fallopian tubes in women. Left untreated, this increases the risk of infertility and ectopic pregnancy. If a woman has chlamydia during pregnancy, she can also infect her baby during delivery without proper management. This can lead to an eye and respiratory tract infection in the baby. Chlamydia is a very common STD and is usually treatable with antibiotics. 

Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. This STD is very contagious. In most cases, infected individuals don’t have any signs or symptoms. Gonorrhea, if not treated, can also cause further health issues, just like chlamydia. Untreated gonorrhea can cause pelvic inflammation, infertility, or ectopic pregnancy in women, as well as inflammation of the epididymis or prostate in men. Rarely, gonorrhea can enter the bloodstream and cause infections in other parts of the body. This can lead to inflammation of the joints, septicemia, or meningitis. Gonorrhea is more common in men who have sex with men. Pregnant women with untreated gonorrhea may develop problems during pregnancy, such as inflammation inside the womb or premature birth of the baby. They can also infect their baby during delivery without proper management. This can lead to eye inflammation and blindness in the baby. Gonorrhea is treatable with antibiotics.

Trichomoniasis

Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease that is rare in the Netherlands, and can sometimes take years before women experience symptoms. Men usually have no symptoms at all. Trichomoniasis is caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis and is a treatable condition. The parasite can cause infection of the vagina, cervix, and urethra. For pregnant women, it can cause you to give birth early or have a child with low birth weight. Trichomoniasis is treatable with antibiotics. 

 Syphilis

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease most common in men who have sex with men (or if you are from a country in which syphilis is endemic). It is caused by the bacteria Treponema Pallidum. Syphilis often does not cause any complaints, although in the initial stage of infection it may cause a lesion (chancre) at the location where the syphilis entered your body. The bacteria infects the mucous membranes of the penis, vagina, anus, or mouth and can cause inflammation as well as a body rash. If left untreated for long periods of time, syphilis can cause serious inflammation and eventually organ damage. Syphilis can be detected with blood tests. It can be treated – provided you detect it in a timely manner. You can get syphilis through penetration but also through oral sex, for example from a mouth ulcer infected with the bacteria.

HIV

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that affects the body’s immune system. The virus is in blood, semen, vaginal fluid, and breast milk, and can be contracted if these fluids enter your bloodstream. HIV mainly occurs in men who have sex with men or if you come from a STD-endemic country. Initially you may not notice many symptoms of HIV, and may be infected for years before you experience any severe symptoms. However, over time your body’s immune system will decline, making you susceptible to many types of illnesses. This can lead to Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), a chronic and life threatening condition if left untreated.  HIV can be detected with a blood test. While HIV cannot be cured yet, AIDS can be prevented with proper detection and treatment. Timely and intensive treatment with various medicines can make the blood “virus-free”, so that someone is no longer contagious and has a normal life expectancy.