Taking care of yourself should always be your No. 1 priority, and that includes taking care of your sexual health as well. If you start to experience symptoms of a potential STD, it is important to get tested and diagnosed right away to avoid further complications.

STDs affect around one in five people each year, so they are incredibly common in the United States. Since they are so prevalent, getting tested regularly can help keep you safe and prevent the spread. Getting tested is as easy as dropping by to see us at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway Knoxville.

How Common Are STDs on College Campuses?

STDs have an even higher rate of spread on college campuses, due to the close nature and high volume of students. In fact, on college campuses alone, one in four college students have an STD. Knowing how high those odds are, it is incredibly important to be tested anytime you enter into a new relationship or meet a new partner.

At AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway, you can come see us for quick and discrete testing. When you stop by, we’ll talk about your needs and draw blood or take samples to get you diagnosed and treated as promptly as possible. We test for a number of different STDs, and the most common are listed below.

STD Testing at AFC Urgent Care

• Chlamydia
• Gonorrhea
• Syphilis
• Trichomoniasis

What If I Don’t Have Any Symptoms of an STD?

STDs that don’t have any symptoms can be some of the most easily spreadable cases, as the majority of people who have them aren’t aware of their infections! Unfortunately, if you don’t treat an STD, you run the risk of developing infertility, pregnancy complications and bladder control issues later in life. This is why it is essential to get tested often so you can catch anything before it becomes troublesome for you.

We know that you are busy and that discussing your sexual health with our care team may seem overwhelming, but we promise to make the process simple and convenient for you. Our goal is to treat you with respect every time you come see us, regardless of your concern or condition.

Stop the Spread of STDs

• Get tested frequently.
• Use a condom during sexual contact.
• Always communicate with partners about diagnoses.
• Get vaccinated for hepatitis A, hepatitis B and HPV.

Are you concerned that you contracted an STD? Come get tested at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway today.