Despite awareness efforts, the rate of sexually transmitted diseases STDs in the United States continues to rise. In fact, more than two million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis were reported in , the highest number to date.
Huiying Hou and Dr. To learn more, call or fill out the online form to set up an appointment. Some studies suggest that almost every sexually active woman will have some form of the infection at some during their lives.
The CDC and Drs. Hou and Ramirez recommend the following testing schedule for most of their patients:. Ultimately, each case is different, and the best way to set up your own schedule is to sit down and have an open and honest conversation with your gynecologist about your sexual activity.
Armed with this information, your doctor can come up with the best STD testing timeline for your unique situation. STD Testing. Why should I be tested for STDs? How often should I be tested for STDs? Hou and Ramirez recommend the following testing schedule for most of their patients: Anyone between the ages of 13 and 64 should test for HIV at least once Sexually active women under 25 should screen annually for chlamydia and gonorrhea Pregnant women should test for syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis B Ultimately, each case is different, and the best way to set up your own schedule is to sit down and have an open and honest conversation with your gynecologist about your sexual activity.
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