How often to test
We've all been there. Taking risks is part of life. How bad is it? Should you get tested? If you are in a sexually active period, or running other risks, you should consider testing yourself regularly.
How often should you test?
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When should you test?
Any sexually active person should protect themselves and their partners by testing once per year. Condoms don't 100% protect you from contracting sexually transmitted diseases. Many people forget that oral and anal contact are also unsafe when done without protection.
Additionally, test yourself if you:
- Want to start clean after coming out of a relationship
- Plan to stop using condoms when dating turns into a relationship
- Are considering becoming pregnant (or as a man: planning to have a baby with your partner)
- Have symptoms of a sexually transmitted disease
- Have been in touch with blood from untrusted sources
- Were raped or sexually abused (stating the obvious: please also find professional support)
Get tested every 6 months when you:
- Are having unprotected sex with multiple partners
- Frequently use drugs or alcohol to the point where it's hard to remember what you did
Test for STDs every 3 months if you:
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