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17 Jul 2006
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Am I disease free?
Hi CyberDoc,
I would like to ensure, before engaging in sexual intercourse, that I do not have any diseases that my girlfriend could contract.
Where should I go to find out and who should I speak to so that I can get the relevant tests done.
Thanks in advance
Peter
I would like to ensure, before engaging in sexual intercourse, that I do not have any diseases that my girlfriend could contract.
Where should I go to find out and who should I speak to so that I can get the relevant tests done.
Thanks in advance
Peter
CyberDoc
Dear Peter
This is very considerate of you. Your GP can do the blood tests for you or your nearest municipal clinic or provincial hospital. You should check for STD's, HIV, Herpes, HPV and Hepatitis B and C. However, your girlfriend should do likewise. If you are not 100% sure that you both will be true to this sexual relationship you should anyway use a condom to protect yourself from Herpes, HIV, Hepatitis B and Human Papilloma virus infections.
This is very considerate of you. Your GP can do the blood tests for you or your nearest municipal clinic or provincial hospital. You should check for STD's, HIV, Herpes, HPV and Hepatitis B and C. However, your girlfriend should do likewise. If you are not 100% sure that you both will be true to this sexual relationship you should anyway use a condom to protect yourself from Herpes, HIV, Hepatitis B and Human Papilloma virus infections.
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