Period FAQs

can i get std tested on my period

by Stuart Bernier Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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It's totally okay and normal to get tested for STDs at any point during your menstrual cycle, even on your heaviest days. Your period won't affect the results. STD testing can be quick, easy, and painless. Your nurse or doctor may ask you to take a urine test, cheek swab, blood test, or a physical exam.Sep 12, 2019

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You Cant Catch Chlamydia From A Toilet Seat

Many people believe they can get chlamydia from a toilet seat. This isnt true.

How Do I Know If I Am Experiencing Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding

While many women, especially adolescents, have irregular periods, it’s still important to be aware of what your normal menstrual cycle looks like and what symptoms you have regularly. If your periods suddenly become less frequent, heavier, or you experience spotting, it’s important to speak with a healthcare provider.

Who Is At Risk For Chlamydia

Any sexually active person can be infected with chlamydia. It is a very common STD, especially among young people. 3 It is estimated that 1 in 20 sexually active young women aged 14-24 years has chlamydia. 5

How Common Is Chlamydia

Chlamydia is among the most common STDs in the world. In the U.S. alone, over 1.5 million infections are reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention each year.

Chlamydia Cdc Fact Sheet

Basic fact sheets are presented in plain language for individuals with general questions about sexually transmitted diseases. The content here can be syndicated .

How Is Chlamydia Treated

Chlamydia can be easily treated with a short course of antibiotics. You may be able to take all the antibiotics in one day, or over a week, depending on the type of treatment you are prescribed.

Can I get pregnant during my period?

But just because your flow is running like the Red Nile doesn’t mean you’re in the clear to ditch the condom. Not only is it possible to get pregnant during your period (yes, really), you’re also at a higher risk of contracting an STI, says Sherry A. Ross, MD, women’s health expert and author of She-ology: The Definitive Guide to Women’s Intimate Health. Period.

Does sex help with cramps?

Having sex during your period has amazing health benefits; studies show that it can help relieve menstrual cramps and ease the fatigue that tends to hit at this time of the month. But just because your flow is running like the Red Nile doesn’t mean you’re in the clear to ditch the condom.

Is period blood dangerous?

HIV and hepatitis are also dangerous. “ Period blood is the perfect Petri dish for spreading disease,” says Dr. Ross. “Bloodborne sexually transmitted infections like HIV and hepatitis love the nutrients that a period has to offer."

Is STI a serious problem during your period?

Almost every STI poses a slightly larger threat when you have your period. Bacterial infections such as chlamydia and gonorrhea can be especially dangerous, however, because once they get beyond the cervix, they can turn into pelvic inflammatory disease, a more serious infection of the reproductive tract that can affect your fertility.

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