STD Screening

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Apex Medical Professionals

Internists & Aesthetic Specialists located in Fair Lawn, NJ

At any given point in time, 20% of Americans may have a sexually transmitted disease (STD), so knowing your (and your partner’s) status is an important part of a safe and fulfilling sex life. At Apex Medical Professionals in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, Walid Elkhalili, MD, and the team offer STD screenings and no-judgment advice. You can schedule same-day appointments with same-day results, so call Apex Medical Professionals or schedule your STD screening online today. 

Serving the areas but not limited to:

Paramus

Glen Rock

Ridgewood

Elmwood Park

Midland Park

Fair Lawn, NJ

STD Screening Q&A

What is STD screening, and who should get tested?

STD screening keeps you safe by checking for sexually transmitted infections, including infections that may not cause symptoms. Regular confidential screening at Apex Medical Professionals can help identify infections early, allowing your doctor to treat you promptly and reduce your risk of passing an infection to a partner.

If you’re sexually active, you may benefit from STD screening, particularly if you:

  • Have a new or multiple sexual partners
  • Use condoms inconsistently
  • Have a partner with an STD
  • Have a history of an STD

Pregnant patients may also require specific STI testing as part of prenatal care. Apex Medical Professionals can recommend a screening schedule based on your individual risk factors.

What does an STD test screen for?

The specific tests your doctor performs depend on your health history and potential exposure. Sexually transmitted infection (STI) and STD testing may include testing for:

  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
  • Hepatitis B
  • Other infections, when appropriate

Your physician may recommend a combination of blood, urine, or swab tests. Discussing your symptoms, sexual history, and concerns openly with your healthcare provider helps ensure you receive appropriate testing.

How is STD screening performed?

STD screening shouldn’t be intimidating. Your doctor may take a blood sample, urine sample, or swab from an affected area. Some infections require more than one type of test.

Apex Medical Professionals offers same-day appointments and same-day results, helping you get answers and appropriate follow-up as quickly as possible.

How frequently should I schedule STD screening?

There’s no single testing schedule that should apply to everyone. Some people may need annual screening, while others at increased risk may benefit from more frequent testing. 

If you have a new sexual partner, multiple partners, possible exposure to an STI, or symptoms such as unusual discharge, sores, burning with urination, or pelvic discomfort, contact Apex Medical Professionals rather than waiting for your next routine test.

You can proactively protect your and your partner’s health with regular, confidential testing. Talk with your doctor at Apex Medical Professionals about your screening needs.

Call the office today or schedule your same-day STD screening appointment online.

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