Sexually Transmitted Infections

Common STIs

There are many STIs (sexually transmitted infections) but not all have symptoms. Parkville Women’s Clinic will provide you with testing for two of the most common infections: Gonorrhea & Chlamydia. If you think there’s a possibility you are infected, know for sure. We also provide treatment for you, and your partner, if you test positive for either infection, at no charge to you. All women considering abortion should be tested for STIs, even if you are not experiencing any symptoms to ensure that there will not be any complications arising from an unknown and untreated infection. Visit us to gain more information on STIs and referrals to STI testing clinics.

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Possible Symptoms of STIs

Discharge from the penis or vagina
Rashes and sores on skin
Painful urination
Blisters, sores and itching on or around the genitals
Fever and headaches
Abdominal pain
Damage to internal organs
Strong odor
Permanent damage from STI’s include: chronic pelvic pain, infertility, cervical cancer, major body organ damage

Why Take an STI Test?

If you are sexually active you are at risk for STIs and pregnancy. The CDC recommends people ages 15-24 be tested yearly for STIs. That even applies if you have only had a sexual encounter with one partner. It’s important to be tested regularly whether or not you believe you are infected with a STI. Parkville Women’s Clinic will test you for Gonorrhea & Chlamydia at no charge to you, and provide treatment at no charge to you and your partner too. Come visit Parkville Women’s Clinic to learn more about ways to reduce your risk of contracting a STI.

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Chances of Infection

Every year in the U.S. there are an estimated 19 million new STI infections and nearly half of all new STI cases occur in people from the ages of 15 to 24. Anyone who is sexually active is at risk for contracting an STI.

1 http://www.cdc.gov/std/pid/stdfact-pid.htm
2 http://www.cdc.gov/std/chlamydia/stdfact-chlamydia.htm
3 http://www.cdc.gov/std/gonorrhea/stdfact-gonorrhea.htm
4 http://www.cdc.gov/std/hiv/stdfact-std-hiv.htm
5 http://www.cdc.gov/std/syphilis/stdfact-syphilis.htm
6 http://www.cdc.gov/std/bv/stdfact-bacterial-vaginosis.htm
7 http://www.cdc.gov/std/trichomonas/stdfact-trichomoniasis.htm
8 http://www.cdc.gov/condomeffectiveness/brief.html