Free STD / STI Testing
Legacy provides testing free of charge for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and HIV. If you’re diagnosed with an STD, we will either provide, prescribe or refer you for treatment options. Contact Legacy to make an appointment for STD testing and treatment today.
This information is intended for general education purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional and/or medical advice.
Chlamydia
What is Chlamydia?
Definition: A common sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, which can damage a woman’s reproductive organs. Although most people do not experience any symptoms, some common symptoms may or may not include the following.
Symptoms of Chlamydia in women include:
- Abnormal vaginal discharge
- Burning sensation with urination
- Lower abdominal pain
- Low back pain
- Nausea
- Fever
- Painful intercourse
- Vaginal bleeding between menstrual periods
Symptoms of Chlamydia in men include:
- Discharge from the penis
- Burning sensation with urination
- Burning and itching around the opening of the penis
- Pain and swelling in the testicles (though uncommon)
Gonorrhea
What is Gonorrhea?
Definition: A sexually transmitted infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, a bacterium that can grow and multiply easily in the warm, moist areas of the reproductive tract in women and men.
Symptoms of Gonorrhea in women include:
- Painful or burning sensation when urinating
- Increased vaginal discharge
- Vaginal bleeding between menstrual periods
Symptoms of Gonorrhea in men include:
- Burning sensation when urinating
- White, yellow, or green discharge from the penis
- Painful or swollen testicles
Treatment for Chlamydia & Gonorrhea
- Treatment should be done before having an abortion.
- Only use antibiotics provided/prescribed by your medical provider for your infection.
- Several antibiotics can successfully cure Chlamydia & Gonorrhea in adolescents and adults.
- It is important to take all of the medication prescribed to cure your infection.
- Get yearly check-ups with your doctor.
- Stop having sex during treatment.
- Notify all sex partners that you have an STI so they can be tested and treated.
- You should be re-tested 3-4 months after finishing treatment (or as recommended by your health professional).
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
What is PID?
Definition: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) is a general term that refers to infection of the uterus, fallopian tubes, and other reproductive organs in women.
PID is a common and serious complication of some sexually transmitted infections, especially Chlamydia and Gonorrhea when left untreated. PID is a cause of infertility and ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy growing outside the uterus).
Symptoms of PID vary from none to severe. When PID is caused by Chlamydial infection, a woman may experience mild symptoms or no symptoms at all, while serious damage is being done to her reproductive organs. Because of vague symptoms, PID goes unrecognized by women and their health care providers about two-thirds of the time. Women who have symptoms of PID most commonly have the following symptoms:
Symptoms of PID
- Lower abdominal pain
- Fever
- Unusual vaginal discharge that may have a foul odor
- Painful intercourse
- Painful urination
- Irregular menstrual bleeding
- Pain in the right upper abdomen, though rare
HIV Info
Legacy also tests for HIV (www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics). If you’re diagnosed with this STD, we will refer you to treatment options. Contact Legacy to make an appointment for free STI/STD testing and treatment today.
Information on this page regarding STIs/STDs provided by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
www.cdc.gov
www.cdc.gov/std/Gonorrhea
