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    Default *UPDATED!* Getting STD tested

    So, I have done some stupid things in my time - and not only sexually.

    Something I have been putting off for 3-6 months is finally gonna get done on Wednesday.
    This place does free self administered testing and you get HIV rapid results back within your visit (which takes about 40 minutes) and you get the rest back (The clap..I cannot spell it >.<, Chlaymadia, and Syphillis) in 7ish days.

    I'll still need to get a pap smear done, but after that I'll be good to go!
    I think it's always better to know, than to not know.

    How do you manage to pass the time? I bet I'll get wrapped up in other stuff, but I think for those few minutes I have to wait, I'll be jittery as hell.

    My friend is also coming with me, so that should make it a little more bearable. Also, the tests are self administered...Huh. You swab up there, and put it in a vial. Kind of cool actually.
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    I dont' worry about it. Just write it off as taking care of yourself mind body soul. Go shopping, read a good book, hell catch up on some SW even!







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    If you're getting a test for herpes, you have to ask spacifically for it, because the cdc does not require it to be part of normal testing. The western blot used for herpes, not the hiv one, is the most accurate since it tests for strains of the virus, and not just antibodies like the igg. Herpes anitbodies will only be in a persons blood if they have recently had an outbreak, but once the virus goes dormant for a period, the antibodies go along with it, so it may not show in tests liek the igg. I read that this morning.

    It's odd that at some docs offices I've been to, they tell me "oh, the western blot? That's to test for hiv." and I say "No, I went to a herpes research lab, testing both vaccines and cures, and this is the test they gave me, and I assure you it was for herpes." look it up. There is a WB for herpes, but it's hard to find. (I didn't get accepted because I'm allergic to most anti-biotics.)

    Also, No one mentioned that the igg, which seems to be at ALL the doc offices I have checked, can only detect antibodies, and antibodies are only detectable if an outbreak was recent. I probably already stated that. I'm doing 3 things at once right now.
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    Swab? It isnt a blood test? Is that as reliable?

    I get tested every 28 days for work so I'm not sure..but mine are always blood tests
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    Quote Originally Posted by cameronfl View Post
    Swab? It isnt a blood test? Is that as reliable?

    I get tested every 28 days for work so I'm not sure..but mine are always blood tests
    The quick sure swab testing tests for the antibodies in Saliva.
    While HIV can't be contracted through saliva, the antibodies still show up.

    I would get tested for herpes although I am pretty sure I am don't have it (never had an outbreak to my knowledge). I always read how they can blood test for herpes, but it won't really give any clue as to whether or not it is type 1 (which most Americans have) or type 2.
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    Usually when a person contract herpes it shows up in about 6 weeks from date of contact (from my knowledge). I always thought they took your blood for an HIV test? Every (clean) HIV test I've had they've taken my blood.

    To pass the time you can talk with your friend or bring a book. Just gotta do some body maintenance ..you're kinda like car. Need check ups every once and a while to make sure everything is still going smooth.
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    I am a major moron. I must have read or heard some bad information, or just not have read it correctly.

    http://www.wired.com/news/medtech/0,1286,56277,00.html

    They prick your finger, and stick in a test strip which is similar to a pregnancy test.
    Now that I think about it, isn't orasure some kind of drink?! LOL. Ahhh *feels stupid*
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    Uh, herpes 1st outbreak is usually between 2 and 20 days after exposure, with 4-14 being average. Some people have outbreaks that they never even realize was an outbreak, having itching like a yeast infection and discharge instead of giant pussfilled blisters. AND, there ARE type specific tests. Both the igg and western blot are type specific. Also, a TON of people with it are asymptomatic, or have symptoms they don't recognize as the classical herpes they've heard about, so they never know. Just an FYI.
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    Quote Originally Posted by xBlackBettyx View Post
    I always read how they can blood test for herpes, but it won't really give any clue as to whether or not it is type 1 (which most Americans have) or type 2.
    That used to be the case but it isn't anymore.

    And keep in mind it realistically doesn't matter what type you have as both HS1 and HS2 can infect both the mouth and genitals.



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    Quote Originally Posted by Sirona View Post
    That used to be the case but it isn't anymore.

    And keep in mind it realistically doesn't matter what type you have as both HS1 and HS2 can infect both the mouth and genitals.
    That is true, but it is much harder for hsv1 to infect the genitals, espescially if you already have hsv1 in your mouth.... it gives some sort of level of immunity to hsv1 in other places... but not total immunity. Also, hsv1 infection down below doesn't break out nearly as often and only sheds virus 6% of the time in the first year with no outbreak present, whereas hsv2 sheds about 20% from what I recall.
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    You were right...they do test it orally...I've had the rapid test done twice on each national test day...It's supposed to be just as accurate as the blood which is good cuz i hate blood. It leaves a funny tasting residue on the side of your mouth though. You rub a sponge thingy on the side of your mouth...like the inside of your cheek...and hold it there for a few seconds...the nurse told me they are going to be using it more often on a national scale because it's easier to use, transpost, and no interacting with blood or needles.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Sirona View Post
    That used to be the case but it isn't anymore.

    And keep in mind it realistically doesn't matter what type you have as both HS1 and HS2 can infect both the mouth and genitals.
    Well, true. But Type 1 most Americans have - cold sores are pretty common, but they you can get type one on your genitals and vice versa.

    I'm going to look into herpes testing, has anyone ever had BV?

    Also, I tend to be a bit of a hypochondriac, so ever little itch down there I think something is seriously wrong. The only time when I get really itchy and have to take a couple showers a day is while I am on my period, other than that I'm fine.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jule View Post
    You were right...they do test it orally...I've had the rapid test done twice on each national test day...It's supposed to be just as accurate as the blood which is good cuz i hate blood. It leaves a funny tasting residue on the side of your mouth though. You rub a sponge thingy on the side of your mouth...like the inside of your cheek...and hold it there for a few seconds...the nurse told me they are going to be using it more often on a national scale because it's easier to use, transpost, and no interacting with blood or needles.
    Ah, so I'm NOT crazy lol
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    Also, found a link to the HSV type specific testing...kinda pricy O.O But not as pricy as I thought it'd be.
    http://stdweb.com/HERPES.HTM
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    Quote Originally Posted by xBlackBettyx View Post
    Also, found a link to the HSV type specific testing...kinda pricy O.O But not as pricy as I thought it'd be.
    http://stdweb.com/HERPES.HTM
    That's cheaper than at the docs office by a couple hundred. But, I'd be worried I'd do something wrong. Things like temperature and mishandling could affect the test.
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    Don't worry about it. I have a funny story about getting HIV tested, though. I went to this clinic, it was actually a free gay clinic in Milwaukee. Anyway, I had found out what a giant IV drug using whore my man was and freaked out. So, I got tested.... and as I'm in the waiting room freaking out, I see everybody getting taken in the room by one person. When they called my anonymous number, TWO guys came out to get me. They took me to a room and I sat down balling, assuming that since two guys came to get me instead of one, I must have AIDS. They looked at me quizically and said, " why are you so upset, your results are negative?" I said, "Oh, well, I assumed since two guys came in to get me the situation was pretty serious" They said, "No baby, we're just training Joe. That's why there are too of us. But you are obviously upset, so let this be a lesson to you about not using condomns."


    And I am sure all your results will be negative, too.
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    ^^ Aw, that is totally not very cool. You know, you can think you're in the most monogomous, clean relationship ever and think you're okay and then WHAM. The bastard is sticking his man wang wherever he can. But yes, using condoms are so much safer.

    I just never thought I'd be the girl who would let a boyfriend convince her into not using one. I had higher hopes for myself. *sigh* It does make me feel a little better he was in the Air Force (so he was tested when he went in)....but that was last year.
    Either way, condoms all the way!

    Ooo Today is the day. I think I'm going to see if they could do a Hep C test too. Just to knock a lot of shit out so I can sleep with a clear mind. That and when I think about it when I was 16 I got an apartment tattoo and that was fucking stupid as hell.
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    I am HIV negative, as well as my friend. I also opted for a Hep C test, but that doesn't come back for like, 3 weeks and the others don't come back til next.

    But, either way I AM SO HAPPY!
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    CONGRAGULATIONS!! I Knew you would be, that is sooo worth celebrating

    ....Princess grabs the tequila.....
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    Oh, my friend and I were so happy (her ex-boyfriend was a HUGE man whore...but then again, so was mine). *Slyly grabs tequila* (I could go for a margarita right now...Mmmm...so good....so cold...lol)

    I was jumping up and down, we sang really loudly in the car all the way home. It was nice. It did suck waiting though >.<

    Anyways, hopefully I don't have any other STD's, and although it would be embarassing to be told I have Chlamydia, I could probably deal with that after today. I get the hep c results back in two+ weeks. Hoping for good results on that as well.

    This has taught me a valuable lesson in chosing who I sleep with A LOT more wisely, and chosing HOW I sleep with them a lot more wisely as well. Basically just making many more good decisions for the ignorant ones I have made. I still feel ridculously stupid for chosing some of the choices I did - but never again. Something so stupid could turn into something life changing and unfortunately does for some people.
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