Taking care of your sexual health is an important part of caring for your overall well-being. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are common, and many infections don’t cause noticeable symptoms. That means you could have an STI without realizing it.
Whether you’re experiencing symptoms or simply want peace of mind, getting tested is one of the best ways to protect your health.
At Care Net Pregnancy Center of Albuquerque, we provide free STI testing in an entirely confidential environment. Schedule your appointment today to get the answers you need, and keep reading to learn why this service is an essential part of safeguarding your sexual health.
1. Early Testing Can Help Protect Your Health
Many STIs are highly treatable, especially when they’re identified early. However, if left untreated, some infections can lead to more serious health concerns over time.
Depending on the infection, untreated STIs may increase the risk of complications like pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), chronic pelvic pain, infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and more. Certain infections can also make it easier to acquire or transmit other sexually transmitted infections. And if you’re pregnant, there’s the risk of developing complications that could affect both you and your baby.
Getting tested allows you to seek treatment sooner if needed, helping protect both your current health and your future reproductive health.
2. You May Have an STI Without Knowing It
One of the biggest reasons routine testing is so important is that many STIs cause few or no symptoms. Infections such as chlamydia and gonorrhea often go unnoticed, especially during the early stages.
Even if you feel healthy, testing is the only reliable way to know your status after sexual activity. Without testing, an infection can remain untreated and may be unknowingly passed to a partner.
Knowing your status gives you the information you need to make informed decisions about your health.
3. Free Testing Removes a Common Barrier
For many people, cost is one of the biggest reasons they postpone getting tested. Free STI testing removes that obstacle, making it easier to prioritize your health without worrying about the expense.
Beyond receiving your results, your appointment is also an opportunity to ask questions, discuss your concerns, and learn more about reducing your risk moving forward. Understanding how STIs are transmitted and what prevention strategies are available can help you make informed choices in the future.
We’re Here to Support You
Your sexual health matters, and you deserve to get answers in a place where your privacy is respected.
At Care Net Pregnancy Center of Albuquerque, we provide free STI testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea. If your result is positive, we’ll refer you and any sexual partners for treatment. Our team is here to help; we treat you with respect, and your results will be kept entirely confidential.
Schedule your appointment today.