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How regularly do people get tested?
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Hi All, Saz here. I'm on Fab as part of a couple and also as a single female. We'd only ever have sex with people with condoms involved and we get tested regularly. It's always a question we ask before any potential meet re if they've been tested recently. Obviously, no offence intended but it's an important question and, something we feel should be openly discussed.
It just got me thinking of how regularly people get tested. From people we've met and spoken to, sexual health is a big thing for them which is great to hear.
No glove, no love, right?! Lol. S x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I've just watched this post sink while other nonsense rises.....
....I guess it's dependent on how often you're changing partners....?
Myself, I'm not a "proper swinger" so that's not often but I'd always get myself tested between each new partner to reassure everyone including myself. For you proper swingers out there I have no idea what's normal....? Be safe though  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Hey. Thanks for the reply. 6 months is a good time. What if you met two new people within the 6 months, would you get tested after both meets? Just curious. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"We make sure we both get tested at the same time every three months.
It takes no time at all to do the self test kit and send it off. Results in a text a week later.
No reason not to.
B&J x"
Ah, have heard of the self test kits. Where do you get them from if you don't mind me asking? X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I/we get checked out every 6mth.....we also only play safe no exceptions.  "
Sorry, replied to yours but didn't quote. Forum newbie written all over me haha x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Every 6 months or after I’ve met someone new"
Replied but didn't quote your message. Forum newbie I am, lol. See above reply in forum from me regarding multiple meets in 6 months. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I've just watched this post sink while other nonsense rises.....
....I guess it's dependent on how often you're changing partners....?
Myself, I'm not a "proper swinger" so that's not often but I'd always get myself tested between each new partner to reassure everyone including myself. For you proper swingers out there I have no idea what's normal....? Be safe though "
Lol, serious posts might not go down a treat when ppl wanna unwind in the eve...oh well!
Definitely great to reassure all involved. Then the fun can be just that - FUN! X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Also, we always use condoms with strangers.
Only ever bareback between ourselves.
No exceptions. "
Same, me and hubby don't use condoms with each other but we always use them during meets. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I get tested every 12 to 15 weeks, if not sooner, if a condom shreds or tears, which has happened more than once unfortunately  "
Yeah, unfortunately, condoms can tear and would always get tested straight away. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"If anyone new, every 3 months. If just seeing long term, regular friends then every 6 months.
Sin."
Brilliant. Lol, I do cringe going to my gp with them knowing I'm married and prob wondering why she getting tested so often?! Wouldn't stop be going though. Haha x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Every six months via self test through the post but if i have a condom issue (splits etc) then i go fo the dr's to get tested. "
Where do you get your self test from? What's involved? Could be handy for us in the future. X |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"If anyone new, every 3 months. If just seeing long term, regular friends then every 6 months.
Sin.
Brilliant. Lol, I do cringe going to my gp with them knowing I'm married and prob wondering why she getting tested so often?! Wouldn't stop be going though. Haha x "
We go to our local hospital which has a GUM unit. Only seen the one nurse more than once so not too cringe when it's someone different each visit  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Hey. Thanks for the reply. 6 months is a good time. What if you met two new people within the 6 months, would you get tested after both meets? Just curious. X "
Yes I would |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"If I am active with someone on here, every three months. When I was last in a mono relationship, at the beginning then that was it. "
Great to hear and thanks for the reply. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"If anyone new, every 3 months. If just seeing long term, regular friends then every 6 months.
Sin.
Brilliant. Lol, I do cringe going to my gp with them knowing I'm married and prob wondering why she getting tested so often?! Wouldn't stop be going though. Haha x
We go to our local hospital which has a GUM unit. Only seen the one nurse more than once so not too cringe when it's someone different each visit "
Ah cool. Our gp is so small and all my family have gone there through the years...Haha |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Hey. Thanks for the reply. 6 months is a good time. What if you met two new people within the 6 months, would you get tested after both meets? Just curious. X
Yes I would"
I get ya. Great to hear. X |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Hi All, Saz here. I'm on Fab as part of a couple and also as a single female. We'd only ever have sex with people with condoms involved and we get tested regularly. It's always a question we ask before any potential meet re if they've been tested recently. Obviously, no offence intended but it's an important question and, something we feel should be openly discussed.
It just got me thinking of how regularly people get tested. From people we've met and spoken to, sexual health is a big thing for them which is great to hear.
No glove, no love, right?! Lol. S x"
Why do you ask them if they've been tested recently?
I get tested every day. Or maybe never. I forget. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I always use condoms and get tested every 3 months, your local gum clinic website should point you in the right place for the home testing kits "
Thanks, lovely. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Hi All, Saz here. I'm on Fab as part of a couple and also as a single female. We'd only ever have sex with people with condoms involved and we get tested regularly. It's always a question we ask before any potential meet re if they've been tested recently. Obviously, no offence intended but it's an important question and, something we feel should be openly discussed.
It just got me thinking of how regularly people get tested. From people we've met and spoken to, sexual health is a big thing for them which is great to hear.
No glove, no love, right?! Lol. S x
Why do you ask them if they've been tested recently?
I get tested every day. Or maybe never. I forget. "
To make sure we're all on the same page about our sexual health. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It depends on how often I'm meeting etc, average every three/four months roughly."
Thanks for the reply, Meli. Oh yeah, if not meeting, no need of course. X |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I go and get tested every 6 weeks to 3 months even if i havent played with anyone new. With people i know or trust i dont always use condoms so id rather get checked and be safe in the knowledge i dont have anything |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I go and get tested every 6 weeks to 3 months even if i havent played with anyone new. With people i know or trust i dont always use condoms so id rather get checked and be safe in the knowledge i dont have anything "
Thanks for the reply. I get ya, gotta do what gives you peace of mind. X |
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By *rx1Couple
over a year ago
Near Okehampton. |
Testing is all well and good. But are you getting tested on the NHS or buying these kits and paying for the results. ?
If it is a NHS freebie, surely this is wrong, just so people can continue to swing.
If people are paying, then no problem |
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By *eliWoman
over a year ago
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"It depends on how often I'm meeting etc, average every three/four months roughly.
Thanks for the reply, Meli. Oh yeah, if not meeting, no need of course. X "
Yes. It also depends on who I meet. I think that when it comes to sexual health *you* have to be the one taking responsibility for it. I do ask people about it because sometimes you have to. I've an appointment on Friday and while I hate waiting and the inevitable delays, I always feel quite chuffed and like an adult for going and being on top of it. |
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"Testing is all well and good. But are you getting tested on the NHS or buying these kits and paying for the results. ?
If it is a NHS freebie, surely this is wrong, just so people can continue to swing.
If people are paying, then no problem"
Wtf. |
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"Testing is all well and good. But are you getting tested on the NHS or buying these kits and paying for the results. ?
If it is a NHS freebie, surely this is wrong, just so people can continue to swing.
If people are paying, then no problem"
Sorry but is this for real? Using that logic we shouldn't get birth control on the NHS, as we're trying to enjoy sex without getting pregnant. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Hi All, Saz here. I'm on Fab as part of a couple and also as a single female. We'd only ever have sex with people with condoms involved and we get tested regularly. It's always a question we ask before any potential meet re if they've been tested recently. Obviously, no offence intended but it's an important question and, something we feel should be openly discussed.
It just got me thinking of how regularly people get tested. From people we've met and spoken to, sexual health is a big thing for them which is great to hear.
No glove, no love, right?! Lol. S x
Why do you ask them if they've been tested recently?
I get tested every day. Or maybe never. I forget.
To make sure we're all on the same page about our sexual health. X "
How will you know they're telling the truth? |
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"Testing is all well and good. But are you getting tested on the NHS or buying these kits and paying for the results. ?
If it is a NHS freebie, surely this is wrong, just so people can continue to swing.
If people are paying, then no problem
Sorry but is this for real? Using that logic we shouldn't get birth control on the NHS, as we're trying to enjoy sex without getting pregnant. "
Or treatment for being a smoker, fat, car crash, mountaineer, swimmer etc... |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I ask them if they have a GUM ID number, if they don't know what im talking about i only let them jizz in my mouth, not deep inside my mangina.  "
I go to local NHS sexual health clinic. Get the results by text message. I don't know what the GUM ID number is. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It depends on how often I'm meeting etc, average every three/four months roughly.
Thanks for the reply, Meli. Oh yeah, if not meeting, no need of course. X
Yes. It also depends on who I meet. I think that when it comes to sexual health *you* have to be the one taking responsibility for it. I do ask people about it because sometimes you have to. I've an appointment on Friday and while I hate waiting and the inevitable delays, I always feel quite chuffed and like an adult for going and being on top of it. "
Exactly, we gotta take care of our bodies. Fair play and hope all goes well at your apt. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Hi All, Saz here. I'm on Fab as part of a couple and also as a single female. We'd only ever have sex with people with condoms involved and we get tested regularly. It's always a question we ask before any potential meet re if they've been tested recently. Obviously, no offence intended but it's an important question and, something we feel should be openly discussed.
It just got me thinking of how regularly people get tested. From people we've met and spoken to, sexual health is a big thing for them which is great to hear.
No glove, no love, right?! Lol. S x
Why do you ask them if they've been tested recently?
I get tested every day. Or maybe never. I forget.
To make sure we're all on the same page about our sexual health. X
How will you know they're telling the truth?"
Well, we can't know for certain but I'd chat with ppl awhile before meeting and get a feel for who they are so I'd feel confident in them. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Testing is all well and good. But are you getting tested on the NHS or buying these kits and paying for the results. ?
If it is a NHS freebie, surely this is wrong, just so people can continue to swing.
If people are paying, then no problem"
Hiya. I think it's good that governments would provide free services like std testing to encourage ppl to get tested regularly. Some ppl might be deterred by high fees. Everyone's opinion is valid though, that's the fun of forums. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I ask them if they have a GUM ID number, if they don't know what im talking about i only let them jizz in my mouth, not deep inside my mangina.
I go to local NHS sexual health clinic. Get the results by text message. I don't know what the GUM ID number is."
I'm wondering is GUM an English thing? I'll have to google if we have GUM clinics in Ireland. X |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I ask them if they have a GUM ID number, if they don't know what im talking about i only let them jizz in my mouth, not deep inside my mangina. "
A gum id number doesnt exist where i am they use your nhs number and im not giving that to anyone.
Also CIM is just as risky  |
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By *rufinWoman
over a year ago
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Between 3 + 6 months. It's a lot better now my nhs trust does postal testing kits. I keep the text result and expect new partners to show me theirs. Am a bit lax with women though, which even I know is daft. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"About every 4 months. Whenever I get my pill. They give me 6 packets but that lasts me 4 months as I don't have the week break due to lady problems."
It's great to do both during the one apt. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Between 3 + 6 months. It's a lot better now my nhs trust does postal testing kits. I keep the text result and expect new partners to show me theirs. Am a bit lax with women though, which even I know is daft."
Maybe just for peace of mind have it the same way for women too. That time frame seems to be the norm. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Every 8 weeks without fail.
I play safe but always risks.....
Throat, vaginal, anal and bloods. "
Self testing or you just make repeat appointments? X |
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"I ask them if they have a GUM ID number, if they don't know what im talking about i only let them jizz in my mouth, not deep inside my mangina.
A gum id number doesnt exist where i am they use your nhs number and im not giving that to anyone.
Also CIM is just as risky "
So you do know what a GUM number actually is...
And yeah, no shit sherlock |
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By * Lexi xWoman
over a year ago
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"Every 8 weeks without fail.
I play safe but always risks.....
Throat, vaginal, anal and bloods.
Self testing or you just make repeat appointments? X "
I make repeat appointments. I have done the home kits too.
I actually went today.
I think it’s so important. Xx |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Every 8 weeks without fail.
I play safe but always risks.....
Throat, vaginal, anal and bloods.
Self testing or you just make repeat appointments? X
I make repeat appointments. I have done the home kits too.
I actually went today.
I think it’s so important. Xx"
Really important. Fab, hope all went well x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Thanks to everyone who replied on my forum discussion. So great to learn of so many ppl getting checked regularly and knowing their sexual health is paramount. Stay safe, lovelies. S x |
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Every 3 months, first week of the month.
I book my next appointment while I'm there.
But if I'd been to a club, or met someone new, I'll get tested the same week, regardless of time frame, and I wouldn't have sex with my regular partner until I'd had my results |
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By *rx1Couple
over a year ago
Near Okehampton. |
"Testing is all well and good. But are you getting tested on the NHS or buying these kits and paying for the results. ?
If it is a NHS freebie, surely this is wrong, just so people can continue to swing.
If people are paying, then no problem
Hiya. I think it's good that governments would provide free services like std testing to encourage ppl to get tested regularly. Some ppl might be deterred by high fees. Everyone's opinion is valid though, that's the fun of forums. X "
Thank you, like you have said it is a Forum and everyone has an opinion.
I wasn't suggesting people shouldn't be tested.
What i was suggesting, is We (yes all of us on a site like this), choose to swing and have multiple encounters and that is the reason most get tested.
If people didnt swing, 90% wouldnt need to get tested.
Therefore is it right to use the NHS to fund a lifestyle, that is all i am saying.
I haven't suggested anything about smokers or accident victims or Fat people as one person has put it, just the morality of asking the cash strapped NHS to fund something like this. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Testing is all well and good. But are you getting tested on the NHS or buying these kits and paying for the results. ?
If it is a NHS freebie, surely this is wrong, just so people can continue to swing.
If people are paying, then no problem
Hiya. I think it's good that governments would provide free services like std testing to encourage ppl to get tested regularly. Some ppl might be deterred by high fees. Everyone's opinion is valid though, that's the fun of forums. X
Thank you, like you have said it is a Forum and everyone has an opinion.
I wasn't suggesting people shouldn't be tested.
What i was suggesting, is We (yes all of us on a site like this), choose to swing and have multiple encounters and that is the reason most get tested.
If people didnt swing, 90% wouldnt need to get tested.
Therefore is it right to use the NHS to fund a lifestyle, that is all i am saying.
I haven't suggested anything about smokers or accident victims or Fat people as one person has put it, just the morality of asking the cash strapped NHS to fund something like this."
90% I think you need to check those figures again, 10% of the human population are swingers????
Christ you dont need to be a swinger to have multiple encounters!
What about those that dont swing but are very promiscuous, I'll give an example.....my son! By the time he was 25 he had had genital warts, clamidia x3, gonorrhea and a child....that's just 1 example of a none swinging person.
I think the none swinging population are more ignorant of the NHS facilities so we could be the ones actually keeping them in a job....( this is a joke )
it is there for a reason, at least we are the ones thinking of ourselves and others! |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I get tested every 12 to 15 weeks, if not sooner, if a condom shreds or tears, which has happened more than once unfortunately
Yeah, unfortunately, condoms can tear and would always get tested straight away. X"
Just so you know, if the person you were with when the condom broke has something.. It'd take a couple of weeks before it would show on tests for you..
For example - you're with "John" and he has chlamydia. The condom breaks. You go get tested immediately. You get a negative result and think you're clear. But you could have caught it but it wouldn't show up on tests for 2 weeks.
Unless "John" knows and discloses about the chlamydia (in which case you'd be treated, as a contact) I think you'd have to wait 2 weeks before you could get an accurate test result. |
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By *N93Man
over a year ago
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"I get tested every 12 to 15 weeks, if not sooner, if a condom shreds or tears, which has happened more than once unfortunately
Yeah, unfortunately, condoms can tear and would always get tested straight away. X
Just so you know, if the person you were with when the condom broke has something.. It'd take a couple of weeks before it would show on tests for you..
For example - you're with "John" and he has chlamydia. The condom breaks. You go get tested immediately. You get a negative result and think you're clear. But you could have caught it but it wouldn't show up on tests for 2 weeks.
Unless "John" knows and discloses about the chlamydia (in which case you'd be treated, as a contact) I think you'd have to wait 2 weeks before you could get an accurate test result. "
This was exactly what I was thinking when reading that people get tested immediately after meeting. Unfortunately it wouldn’t show until after the window period has elapsed.
I always ask when someone has last been tested, but have to say, I do wonder sometimes if people are being fully honest with their answers.
I get tested every 3 months. Have never used the home testing kits, but will probably do so for my upcoming one next month. |
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"I get tested every 12 to 15 weeks, if not sooner, if a condom shreds or tears, which has happened more than once unfortunately
Yeah, unfortunately, condoms can tear and would always get tested straight away. X
Just so you know, if the person you were with when the condom broke has something.. It'd take a couple of weeks before it would show on tests for you..
For example - you're with "John" and he has chlamydia. The condom breaks. You go get tested immediately. You get a negative result and think you're clear. But you could have caught it but it wouldn't show up on tests for 2 weeks.
Unless "John" knows and discloses about the chlamydia (in which case you'd be treated, as a contact) I think you'd have to wait 2 weeks before you could get an accurate test result. "
The current advice is 6 weeks. Personally if I had a condom tear i would get tested straight away so I could tell that person my current status and then again in 6 weeks.
HIV it's 3 months if that is also a concern. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I get tested every 12 to 15 weeks, if not sooner, if a condom shreds or tears, which has happened more than once unfortunately
Yeah, unfortunately, condoms can tear and would always get tested straight away. X
Just so you know, if the person you were with when the condom broke has something.. It'd take a couple of weeks before it would show on tests for you..
For example - you're with "John" and he has chlamydia. The condom breaks. You go get tested immediately. You get a negative result and think you're clear. But you could have caught it but it wouldn't show up on tests for 2 weeks.
Unless "John" knows and discloses about the chlamydia (in which case you'd be treated, as a contact) I think you'd have to wait 2 weeks before you could get an accurate test result.
The current advice is 6 weeks. Personally if I had a condom tear i would get tested straight away so I could tell that person my current status and then again in 6 weeks.
HIV it's 3 months if that is also a concern."
That's a good way of doing it. Would you continue bareback with your regular partner in the meantime?
I know it's 6 weeks after a known infection, because the dead dna of the treated/killed bacteria are still present for that long and still show on a test, but I believe a new infection should show in 2 weeks. For gonorrhoea or chlamydia at least.
And those who practice safe sex every time.. Does that apply if you give oral too?
Because if they have something, you could get it in your throat and pass it on to the next guy, or your regular partner, who could then infect you vaginally.
I'm far from perfect and I'm not making accusations or anything, I'm genuinely curious. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I get tested every 12 to 15 weeks, if not sooner, if a condom shreds or tears, which has happened more than once unfortunately
Yeah, unfortunately, condoms can tear and would always get tested straight away. X
Just so you know, if the person you were with when the condom broke has something.. It'd take a couple of weeks before it would show on tests for you..
For example - you're with "John" and he has chlamydia. The condom breaks. You go get tested immediately. You get a negative result and think you're clear. But you could have caught it but it wouldn't show up on tests for 2 weeks.
Unless "John" knows and discloses about the chlamydia (in which case you'd be treated, as a contact) I think you'd have to wait 2 weeks before you could get an accurate test result. "
Yeah, doc does say not to get tested until 2 weeks after a meet so that results are accurate. X |
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"I get tested every 12 to 15 weeks, if not sooner, if a condom shreds or tears, which has happened more than once unfortunately
Yeah, unfortunately, condoms can tear and would always get tested straight away. X
Just so you know, if the person you were with when the condom broke has something.. It'd take a couple of weeks before it would show on tests for you..
For example - you're with "John" and he has chlamydia. The condom breaks. You go get tested immediately. You get a negative result and think you're clear. But you could have caught it but it wouldn't show up on tests for 2 weeks.
Unless "John" knows and discloses about the chlamydia (in which case you'd be treated, as a contact) I think you'd have to wait 2 weeks before you could get an accurate test result.
The current advice is 6 weeks. Personally if I had a condom tear i would get tested straight away so I could tell that person my current status and then again in 6 weeks.
HIV it's 3 months if that is also a concern.
That's a good way of doing it. Would you continue bareback with your regular partner in the meantime?
I know it's 6 weeks after a known infection, because the dead dna of the treated/killed bacteria are still present for that long and still show on a test, but I believe a new infection should show in 2 weeks. For gonorrhoea or chlamydia at least.
And those who practice safe sex every time.. Does that apply if you give oral too?
Because if they have something, you could get it in your throat and pass it on to the next guy, or your regular partner, who could then infect you vaginally.
I'm far from perfect and I'm not making accusations or anything, I'm genuinely curious. "
I don't currently bareback with anyone but if I did and had a split condom I would refrain until I had a clear test at least 6 weeks later.
An infection can shoe earlier but the current advice is that if you think you have been exposed (I.e. a split condom) that it is not until 6 weeks after that you can rely on an a clear test for chlamydia and gonorrhea. At least that is what we have been advised in my work and what the sexual health clinic I use says.
Of course there are risks with oral too which is why I get tested about every 4 months anyway even without a split condom. It would be rare that I have slept with more than one new partner in that timeframe and everyone I sleep with is aware I sleep with other people so everyone is aware of the risk and I trust us all to be open with each other if we had a positive result. A partner recently had a condom split and he has been tested and will be getting tested again when it has been 6 weeks. He is also abstaining from recieving oral sex in the meantime. It's almost impossible to remove all risk but you can do what you can to reduce it. |
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Hi op!
I get tested about 3-4 times per year at my local gum clinic - and 2 weeks after any condom ‘accidents’ - ie them coming off or tearing - as I’m told that’s the incubation period for many std’s!
As a single I used to have a lot more than 1-2 new partners every 3-6 months but always played safe! Now I’m seeing someone and play bare with him - but if/when we introduce others in our sex life then we’ll obviously use condoms! |
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"Hi op!
I get tested about 3-4 times per year at my local gum clinic - and 2 weeks after any condom ‘accidents’ - ie them coming off or tearing - as I’m told that’s the incubation period for many std’s!
As a single I used to have a lot more than 1-2 new partners every 3-6 months but always played safe! Now I’m seeing someone and play bare with him - but if/when we introduce others in our sex life then we’ll obviously use condoms! "
Hey. Sorry, hadn't been monitoring this thread. Great to hear. Yeah, they say 21 days for some of the main STDs. Hope all is going well with your new partner, love the newness. X |
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"Every 4 to 6 weeks. Oral and vaginal swabs plus bloods. I always use condoms for full sex but do oral without.
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So sorry, hadn't been monitoring this thread. Great to hear. Always great to do a full check up often. X |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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***Update*** I just completed an at home std test with letsgetchecked.com which I bought in Hickey's pharmacy in Ireland. Have to collect blood and urine yourself and send it back. Results are ready in 2-5 days. You get a call from a nurse before they upload your results to an online app which you have log in details for. Got mine today after 3 days which was great. All good.
They've different tests varying in price. The instructions are simple to follow and there's a prepaid envelope to post everything back to the lab in. I wasn't mad on taking the blood sample but I did it, lol. Hope this helps anyone who is hoping to do an at home test. I would recommend it for sure. Mrs x |
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"Every couple of months for me! I usually use condoms but better safe than sorry "
Exactly. Good to have the added reassurance of being recently tested. Thanks for your reply. X |
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By *hechapMan
over a year ago
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"Testing is all well and good. But are you getting tested on the NHS or buying these kits and paying for the results. ?
If it is a NHS freebie, surely this is wrong, just so people can continue to swing.
If people are paying, then no problem
Wtf."
There is fuck all free on the nhs.
It is paid for through ni and tax.
Your logic would mean nothing should be tested or treated because life styles play a big part in lots of different health problems.
So the government could just say your diet is out of control and we need to check for diabeties but you need to pay for the test since its your lifestyle.
Its tory logic.
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"I get tested every few weeks just for piece of mind, call me paranoid or what ever but I think it’s best that way and I don’t intend on changing how I f do I things "
Ya gotta feel safe and happy so do what feels right. Mrs x |
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when i was riding we were drug tested without warning.
you always had to make sure it was known where you were going to be and they could show up at anytime day or night.
these tests showed up many things include one time when another rider i was with gave a test and then after a second sample was rushed off for cancer treatment.
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"I get tested every few weeks just for piece of mind, call me paranoid or what ever but I think it’s best that way and I don’t intend on changing how I f do I things "
I go every 4 to 6 weeks depending on how active I've been. During this time I've not been going as often but my sexual antics are severely restricted. I've actually been monogamous |
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Who knows in reality but talking candidly with people in the past I would say less than half of what is claimed on here. I think its a just another of fabs lies to go along with "yes I am single" "Honest that's my age" and "well my cock was 10 inches last time I measured it"  |
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