SEXUAL HEALTH: YOU ARE NEVER TOO OLD - (Infographic )

A recent online survey revealed that 58% of The British population have never been tested for an STI (Sexually Transmitted Infection) also known as STD (Sexually Transmitted Diseases).

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Sexual health: You are never too old

A recent online survey revealed that 58% of The British population have never been tested for an STI (Sexually Transmitted Infection) also known as STD (Sexually Transmitted Diseases). Whilst this raises to a staggering 85% for 53 to 71-year-olds.

However, there is little evidence that this age group has abstained from sex or that they were particularly cautious when it comes to safe sex. Given the symptom less nature of many STIs, this lack of testing could be seen as almost reckless.

A lack of education

The same survey discovered that a third of people asked claimed that they had never received any education about STIs at school. A further 20% said the sex education they did receive was limited or of poor quality.

Just recently, the British government recognised the lack of credible sex education. They have insisted that this must change. In fact, these lessons are to become compulsory at secondary schools from September 2020. Children as young as four will be introduced to the basic concept of relationships.

Whilst this must be welcomed, it still means that a large number of our ageing population could be unwittingly infected by STIs by others who never considered being tested despite their lifestyle choices.

The new technology to the rescue

Fortunately, whilst sexual health might not have improved much over half a century, testing certainly has. Gone are the days of the embarrassment of attending STI clinics. With the ability to buy an STI test kit including HIV test online, now the whole process is effortless, anonymous and done in the comfort of your own home.

An STD test kit can be sent discreetly through the post. Clear guidelines and instructions are given as to how to collect the samples of blood, urine or swab at home.

Samples are posted to the lab & the result is sent via SMS to the client.

On TESTD.COM, We have devised an “Online Consultation Tool” which can help select the appropriate test, if unsure.

You’re never too old

Home STI tests kits help to remove the taboo around the topic of sexual health. It helps make STI testing as normal as asking for advice on any health matter.

With this level of support and discretion, there is no need to avoid or ignore possible infection. Whatever your age or however long ago you might have contracted an STI, your health matters. If in doubt, check it out!


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What are the common symptoms of Gonorrhea in females? (INFOGRAPHIC)

Women can notice a change in vaginal discharge,- it could increase, change yellow or green or have a strong smell. They may also experience pain when passing urine, itching or discharge from the anus or lower stomach pain. However, some women may have no symptoms at all.

Men may have a yellow or white discharge (liquid) from the penis, pain or tingling when passing urine, inflammation of the testicles, or discharge or discomfort in the anus. Gonorrhea in the eyes can cause redness and irritation. Less commonly, gonorrhea can cause inflammation of the joints and tendons, skin lesions or, rarely, can affect the brain and heart.

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Online tool which help you to select the appropriate STI test

Safe, Discreet and Reliable

Sexual health can be a difficult topic to openly discuss. For many, the idea of attending a specialist public clinic to discuss their most intimate experiences is uncomfortable. However, obtaining a diagnosis need not be arduous or even embarrassing. We have designed an online tool which guides you which test to select.

Please click the link below in order to obtain a free online test, no personal details required during the online consultation.

How TESTD works

First and foremost, TESTD empowers you to have control over your health concerns. The service is simple and straightforward. The test is ordered online. Order before 4 pm and the kit will be dispatched the next day in plain packaging. The instructions are easy to follow. You provide a sample. Blood samples are from a finger prick. The samples are returned to our lab in a self-address envelope provided and your results are sent via SMS.

Testing is important

In 2017, 3.3 million people attended sexual health clinics across the UK. There have been dramatic increases in the number of chlamydia, gonorrhoea and syphilis cases. Yet, diagnosed early, each of these STIs is treatable and most are curable. For many of us, getting tested quickly will ensure that we receive the appropriate treatment and return to being STI-free.

Getting an STI is not a catastrophe, but not seeking a diagnosis or treatment might well be. Our services are practical and efficient. We are not here to judge you; we want to help you to live a healthy life free from anxiety and worry.

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Gonorrhoea Test - IS THIS TEST RIGHT FOR ME?

What is gonorrhoea?

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection brought about by bacteria called Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It is the second most common bacterial sexually transmitted infection in the UK.

Gonorrhea is easily treated. In any case, if left untreated in women, gonorrhea can spread to other reproductive organs (the womb and the fallopian tubes), causing long-term pain, blocked tubes, infertility and ectopic pregnancy (this is when a pregnancy develops in the fallopian tube rather than in the womb). If untreated in men, gonorrhea can cause a painful infection in the testicles and prostate gland.

How do I catch gonorrhoea?

Gonorrhea can be easily passed on from one person to another during vaginal, oral or anal sex. The use of sex toys can also cause gonorrhea to spread if they are not washed properly or covered in a new condom each time they are used.

Bacterial infects the cells in the cervix lining, urethra, rectum and sometimes the eyes and throat. You cannot catch it from kissing, sharing towels, swimming pools, sharing cups, plates or cutlery.

What are the symptoms of gonorrhoea?

Women can notice a change in vaginal discharge,- it could increase, change yellow or green or have a strong smell. They may also experience pain when passing urine, itching or discharge from the anus or lower stomach pain. However, some women may have no symptoms at all.

Men may have a yellow or white discharge (liquid) from the penis, pain or tingling when passing urine, inflammation of the testicles, or discharge or discomfort in the anus.Gonorrhea in the eyes can cause redness and irritation. Less commonly, gonorrhea can cause inflammation of the joints and tendons, skin lesions or, rarely, can affect the brain and heart.

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Hepatitis C home Test Kit - Is This Test Right for Me?

If you simply want to exclude the possibility that you might have Hepatitis C then this is the right test for you. If you are not sure and have symptoms of a sexually transmitted infection, then we recommend our END THE WORRY screen in which we test for the most common 10 different infections. To see the list of all the tests please click on END THE WORRY screen below.

A discreet Test kit is dispatched simply at your given address. The sample is forwarded to the laboratory using our self addressed envelope. Results are sent via a text message.

What is hepatitis C?

Hepatitis C is a blood-borne liver infection, a vital organ of the body. There are many ways to catch hepatitis C. It’s possible to catch it through having unprotected sex.

How do I catch hepatitis C?

The most common way to catch hepatitis C is by sharing contaminated needles, spoons, and filters to inject drugs.

There are other rare causes as well, such as sexual transmission, transmission from mother to child, or any surgical procedures abroad where sterilization of instruments is not optimal.

What are the symptoms of hepatitis C?

Many people do not experience any symptoms when they become infected with hepatitis C.

Some people may have flu-like symptoms including tiredness, loss of appetite, joint pains and nausea some weeks after being infected.

Some infected people remain well throughout their lives and develop no problems to their liver.

However, other people can develop longstanding (chronic) hepatitis C infection and have symptoms of liver damage, such as jaundice ongoing tiredness, nausea, vomiting or unexplained weight loss. Without treatment this will eventually lead to liver failure, which is life-threatening.


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What are the Symptoms of Hepatitis B? (Infographic)

The majority of people with hepatitis B do not even know that they are infected and for those that are infected they may not see any symptoms of many years.

On occasion individuals infected with hepatitis B may have some symptoms after the initial infection. These could be a mild flu-like illness, feeling sick and vomiting, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, jaundice (yellow skin and whites of eyes, and dark urine) or itchy skin.

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