With the self-test you can check if you are suffering from chlamydia and/or gonorrhea, two of the most common sexually transmitted diseases. “With this self-collection test, urine can be collected easily and anonymously from home,” writes Albert Heijn.
Send the test to a laboratory
“Then send the test material to the certified laboratory for analysis free of charge. You will then receive the test result quickly and confidentially via a secure online portal.”
The Soat Test now costs 49 euros at Albert Heijn.
What is chlamydia and gonorrhea?
Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted disease in the Netherlands, writes the RIVM. Chlamydia is contracted through sexual intercourse with someone who is a carrier of the infection. Most people don’t realize they have chlamydia: In half of men and up to 90% of women, chlamydia causes no symptoms.
Are you doing nothing about chlamydia? Then serious complaints can develop, writes Soa Aids Nederland. For example, inflammation of the abdomen or penis. This doesn’t happen often. Very occasionally, as a woman, you can become infertile. You can prevent chlamydia by using condoms during sex.
Gonorrhea is also a common sexually transmitted disease and is caused by a bacteria transmitted during sex. You can also prevent this sexually transmitted disease by using condoms. Venereal disease is treated with antibiotics, but is becoming increasingly resistant to them. That’s why vaccinations are now being considered.
In principle, Soa Aids Nederland sees the sale of self-tests as a good step. “It is good that the offer of tests is becoming more and more accessible, but the whole package must also be offered. This means that you receive advice in advance on which test to use and how to carry it out, and that the provider also provides advice after the results…let me know what to do.”
“Making STD testing more normal”
The fact that the tests are on the shelves may also help make STD testing more normal. “It makes it easier for people to buy such a test. It is useful to be able to pay for it yourself at self-checkouts. And if people see the tests while shopping, it will become more normal to get tested. This would mean positive consequences,” according to Soa Aids Nederland.
2024-01-10 16:18:25
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