The Pulaski County Health Department: Public Health Services: STD Testing

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STD TESTING

The Pulaski County Health Department provides STD testing at minimal cost for Pulaski County residents.

Symptoms

Chlamydia

Known as the "silent" disease, it is likely that one will not experience symptoms. If left untreated, however, chlamydia can lead to various long- and short-term health-related complications. If symptoms are present, they will appear within 1 to 3 weeks of exposure and will include:

Women

Abnormal vaginal discharge
Burning sensation when urinating
Lower abdominal pain
Lower back pain
Nausea
Fever
Pain during intercourse
Bleeding between menstrual periods

Men

Discharge from penis
Burning sensation when urinating
Burning and itching around penis opening
Pain/swelling in the testicles (uncommon)

Gonorrhea

Like chlamydia, many individuals experience few or no symptoms. If left untreated, the disease can lead to serious health problems in both men and women. Symptoms that do arise include:

Women

Painful or burning sensation when urinating
Increased vaginal discharge
Bleeding between menstrual periods

Men

Burning sensation when urinating
White, yellow, or green discharge from penis
Painful or swollen testicles

Syphilis

Despite the risk of late health complications, many individuals may not experience symptoms for years. Symptoms may include:

Primary Stage

Appearance of small, round, painless chancres

Secondary Stage

Rough, red-brown spots or other rashes
Fever
Swollen lymph glands
Sore throat
Hair loss
Headaches
Weight loss
Muscle aches
Fatigue

Late Stage, following a latent period

Damage to internal organs
Difficulty coordinating muscle movements
Paralysis
Numbness
Gradual blindness
Dementia

Tests provided:

Test	Test type
Chlamydia	Urine
Gonorrhea	Urine
Syphilis	Blood draw
HIV	Blood draw

Note: We do not test pregnant women.

Testing Service Details

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
We offer HIV screening to determine necessity of testing. Confidential counseling to decrease risk behaviors is also offered. Referrals are given as needed. Services are offered by appointment only.

Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD)
We offer screening to determine necessity of testing for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea. Confidential counseling to decrease risk behaviors, discuss test results and tracking and treating contacts/partners is also offered. Referrals for other testing are given as needed. Services are offered by appointment only.

Syphilis
We offer screening to determine necessity of testing as well as blood drawing. Confidential counseling to decrease risk behaviors and discuss test results is also offered. Referrals are given as needed. Services are offered by appointment only.

Cost of Testing

Minimal costs are determined on a sliding scale that considers your household size and income.

Who is Eligible for Testing?

Aside from pregnant women, anyone who lives in or around the Pulaski County area is eligible.

Please feel free to contact us if you would like more information or if you would like to schedule an appointment: (573) 736-2217.

Walk-ins are welcome on Monday's only.

Last updated: April 28, 2010 2:40 PM