The RPR (rapid plasma reagin) is a common screening test for the venereal disease known as syphilis. This test is used to locate antibodies commonly found in the blood of those who are infected with the disease. Although the RPR test is most often used to diagnose syphilis, it is also used as a...
Most STDs can only be accurately detected via blood work tests. One example of a sexually transmitted disease that is an exception to this is Chlamydia, which has been on the rise in recent years. Chlamydia, when gone unchecked, can have life altering affects on a woman and her family. A simple urinalysis, at...
In this day and age, sexuality is even riskier than ever. Not only are all the standard dangers, such as unwanted pregnancy, emotional distress, common STDs such as gonorrhea and syphilis, and other dangers still in full force; today we must be concerned with the threat of Humane Immune Deficiency Virus (HIV). This virus...
The most common way to that people get STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) is to engage in unprotected sex. You cannot tell by just looking at someone if they have an STD, and anyone can be infected regardless of sexual orientation, age, race or gender. While many people are concerned with HIV and AIDS, there...
HIV, or Human Immunodeficiency Virus, is a serious medical condition that affects people all over the globe. While HIV can be life threatening, with proper treatment, you can receive a diagnosis and go on to lead a long and productive life. The key to proper treatment for this virus is early detection, and early...
Adults who are sexually active owe it to themselves, their partners and society at large to keep up with regular STD testing. Even adults who practice safe sex are at risk due to common errors and mistakes such as a broken or leaking condoms. It’s always better to be safe than sorry, and regular,...
More and more people are infected with STD’s daily. Regular STD testing of people who are sexually active is extremely helpful in curtailing the spread of STDs. Unfortunately, many people are uninsured or underinsured or simply don’t know how to go about having regular lab tests conducted. That’s where std testing online comes in! ...
STDs are also known as sexually transmitted infections – STI or Venereal diseases. They are usually inflicted by micro organisms that get transmitted from a person to another via intimate contact. The U.S Centers for Disease Control & Prevention or CDC estimated an alarming 19 million STD cases each year in the U.S, primarily...
In this article, we will review some of the most common STD tests for men. Of course, testing exists for every type of STD; however, we hope that this article will give you some good ideas about where to start in taking responsibility for your sexual health. STD tests for men are essential because...
The short answer to that question is “Yes and no!“ Home std tests are a necessity because according to the American journal of medicine, more than 50% of the population will contract and STD at some point in their lifetime. STD’s are often undetectable in the early stages. You can have an STD for...