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1. What are Sexually Transmitted Diseases or Sexually Transmitted Infections?

Diseases that may be passed on through sexual contact. These diseases can include:

• Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
• Chlamydia
• Gonorrhea
• Hepatitis
• Herpes
• HIV/AIDS
• Human Papilloma Virus (HPV/Genital Warts)
• Pubic Lice
• Scabies
• Syphilis
• Trichomoniasis

View fact sheets and additional information on these diseases.

2. What sexually transmitted infections are tested at the Gloucester County Clinic?

• Bacterial Vaginosis (females)
• Candidiasis/yeast (females)
• Chlamydia
• Gonorrhea
• HIV
• Syphilis
• Trichomoniasis (females)

3. What sexually transmitted infections are diagnosed by visual examination only?

• Genital warts
• Herpes
• Molluscum contagiosum
• Pubic lice
• Scabies

4. How are the tests performed?

Syphilis and HIV are blood tests that are collected from all new clients. Females may need a pelvic exam conducted by the Doctor. Gonorrhea and Chlamydia testing will be done by urine sample.

5. When do I get my test results?

• HIV is a rapid test. You will get your results before you leave the clinic.
• All other test results will be available in 2 weeks. You will be given a phone number to call to get those results.

6. When do I get my treatment if a test is positive?

You are treated on the day of your visit for any sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that the practitioner diagnoses. If a test comes back positive and you were not treated at your visit you will need to come back into the clinic to receive treatment.

7. Are any immunizations offered at the clinic?

• Hepatitis A and B - Twinrix
• Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) - Gardasil

8. Do you provide pregnancy tests?

No, pregnancy tests are only performed at our clinics if certain medications are needed for treatment.

9. Do you offer any testing for Hepatitis?

Yes, we offer a screening test for Hepatitis C in high-risk individuals. This test requires a drop of blood from your finger. Further testing with your healthcare provider will be required for anyone who tests positive with this screening test.

10. Where can I find more information on Sexually Transmitted Infections?

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention