By board certified American Physicians.
Sexually transmitted diseases, more commonly referred to as STDs, are commonplace in society, especially for those ages 15-24. According to the American Sexual Health Association, one in two sexually active people will contract an STD by the time they turn 25. It’s estimated that 20 million new STDs occur annually, with over half of the cases reported to be in people aged 18-30. Thanks to our online doctor service, getting tested and treated for an STD has never been easier or more discrete.
STDs are commonplace and easy to treat. Consulting with a doctor regularly is the ideal way for any sexually active person to ensure they remain healthy. Now, you can consult with a doctor online through our virtual platform, simply and discretely, and receive a prescription for medication or antibiotics to treat an infection.
If you know or suspect that you’ve recently come into contact with an STD, you can consult with a doctor through our website. We’ll ask you a few questions while you’re setting up your appointment: specifically, we’ll ask if you’ve had contact with an STD, and to describe your symptoms, so we can have a better idea of what you’re experiencing. Once that’s done, you can see one of our board-certified doctors in an online appointment and discuss the answers to the questions we asked, and provide you with the best information possible.
If you’ve taken any tests to try and sort out if you have an STD or STI on your own, you should discuss these results with the online doctor you see. This will be helpful information to help them decide on a diagnosis.
In a doctor’s office, there are a few different ways an STD test can be performed. Depending on the STI being tested, a doctor may take a blood sample from your arm, swab to collect a sample from the potentially infected area or ask for a sample of your urine in a cup.
You can also buy at-home STD testing kits. These kits usually include a lancet to prick your finger, a swab for your mouth, or a cup for a urine sample, and thus you can test for STDs yourself in the comfort of your own home. You can discuss the results of these tests with your online doctor.
Different methods of testing are best suited to detecting different types of STIs. Chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, trichomoniasis, HIV, and syphilis can all be detected through these tests. These common test types are non-invasive and quick.
Blood, swab, and urine tests are each used to detect and diagnose the following STDs:
Because STDs are caused by an infection, many can be treated with medication, specifically prescription antibiotics and antiviral medication. After diagnosis, our doctors will be able to tell you what drugs will be best for you, and even write a prescription for the medication you need.
Chlamydia and gonorrhea are treated with antibiotics, often in the form of pills. Trichomoniasis and early stages of syphilis can be treated with a single dose of meds, which can be pills or an injection. Antiretroviral therapy is effective for treating HIV.
If left untreated, an STI such as chlamydia and syphilis can cause further problems and complications for the patient. These complications can include erectile dysfunction in some patients. If you’re concerned that ED might be a symptom you’re experiencing, you can talk with a doctor about that through WebDoctors, too.
The answer to this question will depend on what STD is being treated. Your healthcare provider will be able to tell you how long to expect your treatment to last.
An STI such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, or trichomoniasis will take about 7 days to cure with treatment, either by taking prescription antibiotics every day or by taking a pill on the first day and waiting a week for its effects to be evident.
In the case of STIs such as herpes and HPV, these infections can never be fully cured, even with antibiotics. However, the symptoms of herpes such as lesions can be cured in 7 to 10 days with medication, and with meds, HPV can weaken so much that it is untraceable with testing.
How long treatment for syphilis will last will depend on the stage of infection. The sooner it can be treated, the shorter the treatment time will need to be.
If you suspect that you have an STD, a complete STD profile or testing should be done as soon as possible and after the completion of appropriate treatment.
We treat the following STDs:
Chlamydia
• A bacteria called chlamydia trachomatis causes this particular STD to develop, and it can infect both men and women.
• Women may get this STD in the cervix, rectum or throat while men way get it in the urethra, rectum or throat.
• Examples of symptoms in women include pain during sex, a burning sensation while urinating or abnormal vaginal discharge. Symptoms in men include discharge from the penis, a burning sensation when urinating, burning and itching around the opening of the penis or pain and swelling in the testicles.
• If diagnosed early, treatment is very simple. It is treated with antibiotics like azithromycin or doxycycline.
• If left untreated, chlamydia can cause serious complications like infertility and erectile dysfunction.
• Physicians at webdoctors.com can provide online treatment and prescription for chlamydia.
Gonorrhea
• Gonorrhea is caused by a bacteria called Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
• Women may get this STD in the cervix, rectum or throat while men way get it in the urethra, rectum or throat.
• Examples of symptoms in women include pain during sex, a burning sensation while urinating or abnormal vaginal discharge. Symptoms in men include discharge from the penis, a burning sensation when urinating, burning and itching around the opening of the penis or pain and swelling in the testicles.
• Some patients may not show any symptoms at all.
• If diagnosed early, treatment is very simple. It is treated with antibiotics like azithromycin and ceftriaxone.
• If left untreated, chlamydia can cause serious complications like infertility and erectile dysfunction.
• Physicians at webdoctors.com can provide online treatment and prescription for gonorrhea.
Trichomonas
• Trichomonas, or “trich” is a very common STD caused by an infection with a protozoan parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis.
• Symptoms vary, including itching or burning inside of the penis, discomfort when urinating, discharge from the vagina or discharge from the penis.
• About 70% of people cannot tell that they have been infected due to lack of symptoms.
• Treatment is simple if diagnosed early.
Herpes
• Herpes is caused by herpes simplex virus, and it is a long-term condition.
• Herpes simplex type 1 is responsible for cold sores which typically occur around the mouth.
• Herpes simplex type 2 is responsible for genital herpes.
• Many people may not be aware that they are carrying herpes, as symptoms can be minimal. Symptoms include pain, itching, vaginal discharge, high fever, swollen lymph nodes, red blisters on the skin, or cold sores around the mouth.
• There is no cure for herpes, but the healing process can be significantly shortened by antiviral medications.
• Patients with frequent herpes breakouts can be prescribed medication to prevent reoccurence.
How WebDoctors Can Help
Our online doctor service knows how intimidating it can be to walk into a doctor’s office to get tested for an STD. Thankfully, in addition to online treatment we also offer convenient and private testing that you can schedule at your own convenience.
If you think you may have an STD or STI, it’s best to get prescription medication to start treatment for it as soon as possible. Make an online appointment with a doctor through WebDoctors today for a consultation. Our board-certified primary care physicians will do all they can to diagnose an STD online and help you order the antibiotics you need.
One appointment for online STD treatment is just $79.95, so you can easily book your appointment today! You can also count on us for ED treatment online as well as yeast infection treatment. Reach out today to get started.
