Feeling fine doesn’t rule out an infection. Many of the most common sexually transmitted infections produce no noticeable symptoms, which means the only way to know your status is to get tested.
Schedule a free, confidential appointment at Women’s Clinic in Tallahassee to learn more about your sexual health and the testing options available to you.
Most STIs Don’t Announce Themselves
Chlamydia is one of the most frequently reported infections in the country, and between 50% and 70% of those who have it never notice any symptoms at all. Gonorrhea is often silent as well, particularly in women. Both infections can be present and spread between partners without causing obvious warning signs.
Waiting for symptoms before getting tested means many women go undiagnosed for weeks or months while the infection continues to affect their reproductive health.
What Untreated Infections Can Do Over Time
Left untreated, chlamydia and gonorrhea can spread from the cervix into the upper reproductive tract. Over time, this may lead to complications such as:
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) causes inflammation and scarring in the fallopian tubes
- Blocked tubes can prevent eggs from reaching the uterus
- A higher risk of ectopic pregnancy in the future
Both infections are treatable with antibiotics when caught early. Routine testing helps identify infections before they can cause long-term complications.
Routine Testing Is Part of Protecting Your Health
Regular STI testing isn’t only for women who suspect something is wrong. It’s a practical part of reproductive health for any sexually active woman, and it provides facts you can’t get any other way.
The most reliable way to reduce the risk of contracting an STI is through abstinence or a mutually monogamous relationship with a partner who has tested negative. Routine testing remains an important part of preventive healthcare and protecting fertility.
STI/STD Testing at Women’s Clinic in Tallahassee
Women’s Clinic offers low-cost STI/STD screening and treatment, including urine screening for chlamydia and gonorrhea, as well as testing for herpes and HPV. Pregnancy testing and limited ultrasounds are also available if you think you might be pregnant.
Make an appointment at Women’s Clinic today.
Call: 850-656-9177
Text: 850-616-7153
