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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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. Know more: https...

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6 Symptoms of Hiv

Most people who get HIV will have some symptoms within a few weeks of acquiring the virus. It is important to point out that not all people recently infected will have noticeable symptoms so do not use lack of symptoms as an excuse not to be tested!  Know more: https://www.testd.com/hiv...

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Why is Chlamydia Often Described as the Silent Disease?

People infected with Chlamydia quite often display absolutely no symptoms. Around 70% of women and 50% of men infected with Chlamydia have no obvious symptoms. That is why Chlamydia is often described as the "silent disease". If left untreated, Chlamydia infections can develop into serious reproductive and general health problems. Like the disease itself, the damage that Chlamydia causes is often "silent." If you just want to make sure that...

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Home STI Test - How it Works ( Infographic)

You will be supplied with an easy-to-use sample collection kit, with full instructions on how to use it. If you are requesting tests that need blood samples, these are collected from a finger prick sample. Once collected, your samples are then sent to the laboratory in the enclosed pre-paid mailer provided in your kit. Once received in the laboratory, your samples will be processed with results available within the fastest possible times. Know...

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What is HIV?

HIV (the human immunodeficiency virus) is a serious viral infection that is spread through body fluids, including through sexual intercourse, and this includes vaginal, anal and sometimes oral sex. The virus attacks our immune system to make us more susceptible to infections and disease. HIV can also be spread by needle stick contamination, by sharing needles; receiving surgical treatment in foreign countries (where sterilization...

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Can You Do An HIV Test At Home?

Symptoms of HIV may not appear for many years; therefore the only way to find out if one has HIV is to have an HIV test. Any individual who thinks he could have an HIV should get testd. HIV Lab Test Kit is easy to use at home. Blood Sample is collected via a simple finger prick method and sent to our partner lab for testing, in a self-addressed envelope provided inside the kit. TESTD provides 5th generation HIV testing, which is the latest...

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HIV - THE MYTHS

There is a common myth that it is something that only affects gay men. While gay men are disproportionately affected, the majority of new diagnoses in the UK are in the heterosexual population and a third of all HIV diagnoses are in women. Coming into contact with an infected person will not lead to oneself putting at risk of HIV. HIV is carried in blood, semen, vaginal secretions and breast milk. One cannot catch HIV by sharing a toothbrush...

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What are the risk factors for HIV infection?

As per the guidelines of Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP). People with the higher risk of HIV infection should get tested every 6 months or every year. Some factors that increase the risk of HIV infection are as follows: Having unprotected sex Sharing infected syringes/needles Suffering from sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), such as syphilis Suffering from tuberculosis or hepatitis One needs to talk to his/her healthcare...

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What is the main cause of chlamydia?

Chlamydia is a bacterial infection & is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the UK, which affects the cervix and the urethra in women and the urethra in men. Accounting for almost half of all STI diagnoses in 2014 according to Public Health England figures. It is usually associated with people under 25, making age a risk factor; however it can be caught by anyone. It can be treated and will cause no problems...

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A Brief detail of Gonorrhoea Test Kit

Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection brought about by bacteria called Neisseria gonorrhoea. The bacteria are mainly found in discharge from the penis and in vaginal fluid. The bacteria can affect the urethra, vagina, rectum, throat, and eyes. It is the second most common bacterial sexually transmitted infection in the UK. Gonorrhoea is easily passed between people through, unprotected vaginal, oral or anal sex, sharing vibrator...

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What are the Symptoms of HIV?

Most people who get HIV will have some symptoms within a few weeks of acquiring the virus. It is important to point out that not all people recently infected will have noticeable symptoms so do not use lack of symptoms as an excuse not to be tested! At first individuals may experience flu-like symptoms, these can include: diarrhoea headaches fatigue sore throat muscle aches and pains If these symptoms do occur they can subside for a number...

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Chlamydia: Symptoms in Men & Women

A large percentage of people with chlamydia will not encounter any obvious symptoms 50% of men and 70-80% of women. However many do experience some signs of chlamydia and could recognize one or more of the following symptoms. Men Burning sensation when passing urine Discharge from the urethra Pain in the testicles Women Abnormal vaginal discharge Burning sensation when passing urine Bleeding between periods Abdominal pain Pain...

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Everything You Need To Know About HIV Home Testing Kit

IS THIS TEST RIGHT FOR ME? HIV Lab Test Kit is easy to use at home. Blood Sample is collected via a simple finger prick method and sent to our partner lab for testing, in a self-addressed envelope provided inside the kit. TESTD provides 5th generation HIV testing, which is the latest technology available. The test seeks to detect both antigens and antibodies. The test can detect HIV antigens (p24) as early as 10 days after exposure but it should...

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Hepatitis B Home Test Kit

IS THIS TEST RIGHT FOR ME? If you simply want to exclude the possibility that you might have Hepatitis B then this is the right test for you. If you have any 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, including Hepatitis B, Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, HIV & more, so we can correctly identify the root cause....

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Order HIV Home Test Kit Online

HIV Lab Test Kit is easy to use at home. Blood Sample is collected via a simple finger prick method and sent to our partner lab for testing, in a self-addressed envelope provided inside the kit. TESTD provides 5th generation HIV testing, which is the latest technology available. The test seeks to detect both antigens and antibodies. The test can detect HIV antigens (p24) as early as 10 days after exposure but it should be followed up with...

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Herpes FAQs (Infographic)

Genital herpes is brought about by the herpes simplex infection (HSV). There are two types, HSV 1 and 2. Both types can infect the genital and anal area (genital herpes), the mouth and nose and fingers and hand (whitlows). For more details visit: https://www.testd.com/herpes/...

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Herpes Home Test Kit Online

IS THIS TEST RIGHT FOR ME? This combined test offers you better value than being tested for either of Herpes I and II. If you are confused about your symptoms and not sure which test to go for, then we recommend our END THE WORRY screen in which we test for the most common 10 different infections including Herpes I and II,Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, HIV, Hepatitis B & more. A discreet Test kit is dispatched simply...

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Four Important FAQ of HIV you should know

What is HIV? HIV (the human immunodeficiency virus) is a serious viral infection that is spread through body fluids, including through sexual intercourse, and this includes vaginal, anal and sometimes oral sex. HIV can also be spread by needle stick contamination, by sharing needles, receiving surgical treatment in foreign countries (where sterilization of equipment may not meet the standards of developed countries) and sometimes...

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