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• We offer same day or next day appointments and allow you to book your appointments online
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• We test and treat, while others only test
• Appointments available
• Multiple locations with some open on Saturdays.
• Just tell the receptionists that you are here for "testing"
• Private consultation rooms to discuss what testing you want
• Most test results are available in 48 hours
• Private consultation with Clinician before or after testing available
• We offer early detection HIV testing (as early as 9-11 days after exposure)
• All testing done with a simple blood sample, urine sample and/or oral tests that are done by collecting a sample from the back of the throat. (no physical exam needed)
• Testing results are available in our cloud based patient portal, or you may them e-mailed to you or pick them up in-office with your photo ID.
• Clinician will call you and review all positive results.
• Your credit card statement will discreetly show payment to "e7 Health"
• We do not accept insurance, however, we do put all the insurance codes on your invoice so you can submit it to your insurance for full/partial reimbursement if it is a covered benefit.

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What is Gonorrhea?

Gonorrhea is a bacteria most frequently spread by sexual contact (also known as the clap or the drip). Gonorrhea is the 2nd most common notifiable disease in the US. It can also be spread to a newborn from an infected mother. Gonorrhea is usually transmitted sexually through oral, anal, or vaginal sex. Infection could also be spread to a child being born to an infected mother. Patients who have been diagnosed with 1 STD are at an increased risk of being infected with other STDs. Most commonly, people diagnosed with Gonorrhea are also infected with Chlamydia. The infection usually begins 2-7 days after an exposure to an infected partner. Engaging in oral sex is a way to obtain Gonorrhea infection in the mouth or throat.

Who is at risk?

Anyone who has had a new sexual partner or multiple sexual partners is at risk. Sex (intercourse or oral sex) without protection is another risk factor. Partners who have Gonorrhea can reinfect each other if not treated properly.

What are the signs and symptoms?

If symptoms do occur, it is usually within 10 days of infection. In women, the most common symptom is a mildly odorous, thin vaginal discharge. In men, burning with urination and discharge from the urethra are the most common symptoms. Gonorrhea infections in the throat (pharynx) have no symptoms most of the time. Serious complications can develop in both men and women if left undiagnosed or untreated such as sterility of life-threatening spread of the infection into the bloodstream.

Testing

All patients who are concerned about exposure to STDs, have any signs or symptoms of STDs, or have been diagnosed with other STDs should be tested for Gonorrhea. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends that clinicians screen all sexually active women, including those who are pregnant, for gonorrhea infection if they are at increased risk for infection. Testing is done by a simple urine sample to check for Gonorrhea in the genitourinary tract. To test for Gonorrhea orally, it is done by a swab of the mouth and throat. Both the urine test and oropharynx swab test use NAATs testing which are the most sensitive tests for these specimens. Testing is done by a simple urine sample. For best accuracy, the person providing the sample should wait at least an hour before urinating for the test. Menstruation can decrease accuracy of the test. Results are usually available in 48-72 hours.

Treatment

Fortunately, most Gonorrhea infections can be completely cured. Reinfection is possible if sexual partners are not treated or from a new sexual partner. It is important that all sexual partners be tested and treated if needed. People diagnosed with Chlamydia should avoid sexual contact until at least 7 days after treatment is completed and all sexual partners have been tested and treated. Gonorrhea occasionally has treatment failure and for that reason, a test of cure should be done 1 week after completing treatment. Condoms should be utilized to prevent the risk of transmission of STDs (although abstinence is the only way to 100% protect yourself). Vaccinations that prevent certain STDs such as Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and HPV should be considered.

Other Info

Our private clinic is supervised by Board Certified Physicians. We also have on staff Board Certified Clinicians, Licensed Registered Nurses and Medical Assistants. Our staff is discreet and professional. We provide complete STD testing. Our testing is fast, reliable and very affordable. All our laboratory testing are drawn in our office. This provides our clients the convenience of having their laboratory testing and consultation (if requested) and treatment all at the same location. Our friendly and professional staff will be able to answer all your questions regarding STD testing. We can also provide a full consultation with our clinicians (with an appointment) before and after your testing if you wish. Our clinicians can offer you all the treatment options if needed. Why go to a STD clinic where you also can't get treatment? We provide both testing and treatment.

Many of our locations are located in storefront clinics in retail shopping centers, so often you can park right in front of our clinic.