Do I Need to Get Tested for STDs Before an Abortion?
- Reliance Center
- Sep 22, 2022
- 2 min read
It’s a subject no one really wants to talk about. We get it. However, protecting yourself against STDs is a way you can protect the future you envision for yourself.
While we advocate for getting tested any time you have had unprotected sex or changed partners, ruling out an STI or STD before an abortion can protect you from serious complications.
Why do I need to get tested before an abortion?
During an abortion, the cervix is opened. If you have an infection, this can increase the risk of the STI spreading into other organs. Having an abortion procedure while infected with chlamydia or gonorrhea, two of the most common STIs, can lead to Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID). PID can cause lifelong damage and lead to future ectopic pregnancies or infertility.
If you are pregnant and considering an abortion, contact us today for free STI testing and treatment. While abortion is illegal in Idaho, we can give you the medical information you need, including STD testing and ultrasound verification, to make an informed decision.
What are the most common STD/STI symptoms?
Common Signs and Symptoms
Clear, white, greenish, or yellowish vaginal discharge or discharge from the penis
Itching or irritation
Pain during sexual intercourse
Burning sensation while peeing
Spotting or light bleeding (which can also be a sign of pregnancy)
Please note that the most common STD symptom is no symptom at all. If you have unprotected sex or have a new partner, it’s important to get tested. Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, HIV and other sexually transmitted infections and diseases can cause life-long health issues, infertility and can even be fatal if left untreated.
How much does STD testing cost?
We provide free full-panel STD testing and treatment for women and men. We can also provide free in-clinic pregnancy testing and ultrasound confirmation so you can know how far along you are, if the pregnancy is occurring inside the uterus, and which options are available to you.
Give us a call or make an appointment today.
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