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STI's ...do people get tested often?
February 27 2013
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RHP User
12 years ago
We have regular checks at 580 Swanston st Melbourne. You are right most STI's can be transmitted via oral sex, it is surprising how many people think oral is safe. Herpes sores are not always on the genitalia, they can be anywhere in that region and condoms don't cover them.
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RHP User
12 years ago
yes i get checked every 3 months regarless off if ive had sex or not ,,,,,
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RHP User
12 years ago
Not on a schedule, but from time to time if I'm concerned that I've taken a risk.The first time is SCARY AS FUCK but its easier after that.I was hesitant to answer, lest I be seen as some root-rat diseased freak. Isn't that odd, that I feel I might be frowned upon for admitting to taking precautions...
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RHP User
12 years ago
Messolonghi, you are definitely not a root-rat lol....it's fantastic you do...I work in sexual health and can tell you the most common STIs are chlamydia and gonorrhoea which are both treatable with antibiotics. Both can be transmitted by oral sex and intercourse. Always good to have regular checks if sexually active and don't use condoms. Generally, for oral sex people are not going to use condoms, but luckily chlamydia and gonorrhoea find it hard to survive in the throat although it does happen sometimes, not that common. If in doubt, get a checkup or if taking lots of risks or have symptoms, have a checkup. Hottie_4play, you can't really catch anything from kissing except coldsores, HSV type 1, but this is not particularly sexual...parents can pass it to children, etc....very common in the general population but most people do not have the sores...so no point in worrying about it, pretty harmless, but people have great anxiety about it. Sorry, I sound like I am giving a lesson. ps I get tested, but not that often, mainly because I use condoms, although have been naughty in the past :) x
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RHP User
12 years ago
have a 1 play partner policy.......so I get tested with every change of partner......so once or twice per year.Yep, I'm a wild woman
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RHP User
12 years ago
Every 10 - 12 weeks, regardless the number of partners I have had during that time Kisses Focus
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RHP User
12 years ago
When I first came here I got tested every three months regularly............ now I only get tested three months after I have had unprotected sex . I go to my doctor because my local sexual health clinic are rude and unhelpful and I have complained about them. I was told by them that unless I was symptomatic, hiv positive, gay or a sex worker I should go to my Dr. So disappointing as I thought they would be people I could have been open with and helpful.
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LemonDance
12 years ago
You never know... ESPECIALLY when things happen to put you at risk... for example, I met a guy on here whom, after a little while, asked that he & I be "exclusive".... so we soon stopped using condoms... only to find out that the "exclusive clause" was only meant for me, and that he kept on being active with who ever, when ever, as often as he could... despite him constantly insisting that he was ONLY having sex with me.... So even when you think you're being safe... it may not be so!I should not have been so gullible really.... I mean, if someone chooses a profile name like Infidelity4 I should really have guessed hey?Condoms & regular testing are a must... as you never know!Lem x
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RHP User
12 years ago
Thanks for all that helpful information creamydreamer. I do get tested but being as I'm new to this site I was interested in how many others do and if something was to happen and they contracted an STI how people would go about informing past partners. Its not a call I know I'd like to make or receive but I would prefer to know obviously and the risk is always there
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RHP User
12 years ago
I try to get tested about every 6 months, more frequently if I feel there is a reason.
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Paradisepair
12 years ago
Always smiley and friendly, helpful and send us home with goodie bags. Safe sex and regular check ups. Why not take the time to ensure that you wouldn't put yourself and others at risk by staying ignorant if you caught something. It's not just sensible it's good manners too.
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totallygenuine
12 years ago
Hey guys, I prefer to get tested every 3 months (peace of mind) even though I do play safe at all time, it's a MUST these days. TG.
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RHP User
12 years ago
We don't always have a lot of weekends free so don't get out to play as often as some people. So I think every six months to a year I get tested. Usually work the test in on the same visit as my yearly pap-smear.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Creamy, you're breakin' my heart! As for the question, how do you tell someone? I hope that I'd do directly, straight up, no mincing around. And not by text ;)- Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Chylamdia and gonorreaha are very common particularly in your age group. (Thanks Embarrasing Bodies show). But seriously, you shouldn't think of it as something shameful, it is the same as catching a cold from someone. Antibiotics clears it right up. I have had to do a ring around before and I found that people were appreciative that you have told them and quite often get tested regularly anyway. And no one else seems to get it but me. How does that bloody work. :( There is a sexual health clinic in Melbourne if you log into their website it has the function which allows you to input a persons mobile number and the website will anonymously send a text message to that number advising them that they will need to be tested. This way you can maintain anonymity if you like. People in their 30's and older are normally cool with it I think. Not sure about people in your age group? Just because you get an STI does not mean you are easy or that you even sleep around. Unfortunately there are lots of people who think that only having few partners means they are safe, they think using condoms for penetration means that they are safe, and some people show no symptoms either. To be a responsible sexual person getting tested a few times a year makes sense for everyone. Unless you are in a committed exclusive relationship where you are 110% sure your partner is faithful. ;-) - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Come on, if it is a common STI I don't think that requires a face to face.... Jeez a group text will suffice. :P Unfortunately when you are in the swingers club scene.... Well you can't tell them all. You jut hope they get tested regularly. - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'Beneath_blueeyes'When I first came here I got tested every three months regularly............ now I only get tested three months after I have had unprotected sex . I go to my doctor because my local sexual health clinic are rude and unhelpful and I have complained about them. I was told by them that unless I was symptomatic, hiv positive, gay or a sex worker I should go to my Dr. So disappointing as I thought they would be people I could have been open with and helpful. Weve been going to the same clinic. My local one said the same thing Kisses Focus
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RHP User
12 years ago
Every three months. The works: Blood, urine and throat swab. My last test was a fortnight ago. I'm pleased to say I tested negative for everything but attitude. About letting my partners know: A friend of mine caught chlamydia a while ago and texted me to give me a heads up. If it's a disease that's easy to treat I think a text is fine. However if it was herpes for example, I'd find anything less than a conversation unacceptable.
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RHP User
12 years ago
It is always best to get tested Reg, especially for women because it can lead to other problems.I was worried about my results years back when a girl said she had something but all was fine for me.These days not so much worry and all good
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RHP User
12 years ago
Meeka, I was thinking of the biggies, and even the mediums, like Ms Devo is saying... text is OK if it's just lice, right? And you're back!!!!!?- Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Its no biggie. Just a few more vials of blood. I love knowing my health is Ok for me and ok for partners who share what i offer. :
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