Sexual Health Clinics near you in Kakamega
Our Kakamega sexual health clinic is open six days a week for your STD and HIV testing needs. You can get tested for a variety of infections, like Herpes, Hepatitis B, HIV, Syphilis, Chlamydia, and Gonorrhoea. We will help you to get tested today with fast and accurate STD and HIV testing. We do not need to know your real name, so all your tests are confidential.
At Better2Know, we do everything we can to get your test results to you as quickly as possible. That is why our tests are processed within 1 to 5 days after our accredited laboratory receives your test sample. The exact time depends on the tests you choose.
Centers in and around Kakamega:
What are the chances of getting HIV in Kakamega?
The likelihood of getting HIV in Kakamega depends on several factors. This includes the type of exposure, whether preventive measures were used, and the infected person's viral load. A viral load will be lower if someone is taking their HIV medication as prescribed by their doctor.
Certain risk factors can make someone more likely to get HIV, such as:
- Not using contraception, like condoms
- Having intercourse with someone with a high viral load
- Receiving anal sex from an infected person
- Sharing needles for intravenous drug use
- The presence of other sexually transmitted infections
- Having more than one exposure
If you have reason to believe that you may have been exposed to HIV, you should get tested. Our team of compassionate and helpful Sexual Health Advisors are ready to help on our 24/7 Kakamega helpline. Call today to book an STI screen and protect your sexual health.
Can I cure an STI without going to the doctor?
STIs need medicine to cure them. So you need to have the right medication for your STI. We understand that going to the doctor about the possibility of having an STI can be tough for some people. However, without medical intervention, an STI will not go away on its own. It is very important to take action if you think you may have been exposed to an STI. Many serious health issues can result from untreated STIs and you can pass the infection on to a new partner.
The good news is that most STIs can be treated very easily, often with a single dose of medication, and others can be managed effectively with the right treatment. Call Better2Know’s 24/7 Kakamega helpline to speak to a member of our team. They can help you choose an appointment at your local sexual health clinic.
How long does it take for STI symptoms to show?
The time it takes for STI symptoms to appear will vary depending on the infection. For some infections, it could be a few days. For others, it could be several weeks.
Most STIs do not present with any symptoms at all. Only half the people with a new HIV infection will notice that they have symptoms. Some people can carry infections for months or years and not know it. That is why it is important to get tested if you think you may have been exposed to an STI. If you are concerned about a symptom or any unsafe sexual activity, or if you are simply concerned that you may have been exposed to an STI, you should call Better2Know’s Kakamega helpline and speak to one of our trained and knowledgeable Sexual Health Advisors. They can discuss your symptoms and situation and help you devise the best course of action to protect your sexual health.
Is there an HIV testing center in Kakamega?
Better2Know’s Kakamega sexual health clinic serves the local community and provides reliable and accurate HIV testing options for anyone who needs them. You can get tested just 10 days after you think you might have caught HIV with our HIV RNA test.
Call the number at the top of this page to get tested for HIV at Better2Know’s Kakamega sexual health clinic. We are ready to help you 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Book your Kakamega HIV and STD Test today
You can book your STD and HIV Test online by clicking on book now. You can choose our Kakamega clinic, your STI tests and the day and time of your appointment.
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