Starting a conversation about STD testing with your partner can feel a bit uncomfortable. Still, it is one of the most meaningful and responsible discussions you can have for your relationship and long-term health. Because many sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs), don’t cause immediate symptoms, either partner can have an infection without knowing it.
At RealOptions Obria Medical Clinics, we make this process easier by providing affordable, confidential STD testing and treatment. Understanding testing and talking openly with your partner helps you both protect your well-being.
Schedule an appointment with us today to take advantage of this low-cost service, and keep reading to learn helpful tips on having this discussion.
Choose the Right Time to Begin the Conversation
Since sexual health is deeply personal, choosing the right moment matters. Select a private, quiet setting where you both feel at ease and can talk without being interrupted or distracted.
One way to introduce the topic might be:
“I care about our health, and I think it’s important for both of us to know our STI status. How would you feel about getting tested together?”
This communicates that testing is about your future as a couple, not dwelling on past sexual encounters.
Encourage Openness, Honesty, and Respect
Let your partner know this conversation is about being responsible, not making accusations. Be honest about your own reasons for getting tested and listen to their concerns without judgment.
If your partner seems hesitant, give them time to process their thoughts. Reassure them that testing is normal, routine, and part of being proactive about your sexual health. Many couples even choose to get tested together to feel supported and united.
Testing is not about questioning your relationship. It’s about building trust and transparency.
Highlight the Benefits of Routine STD/STI Testing
Routine STD testing plays a key role in maintaining sexual health. Millions of new infections occur each year in the U.S., and many are asymptomatic, meaning you may not know you have one.
Untreated STIs can lead to:
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
- Fertility issues
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Chronic pain
- Pregnancy complications
- Increased risk of transmitting infections
Testing allows you both to catch infections early, begin treatment promptly if needed, and avoid serious long-term health issues.
Let your partner know that RealOptions offers full-panel testing, making it easy for both of you to get the clarity and peace of mind you deserve.
What STD Tests Does RealOptions Provide?
RealOptions offers affordable blood and urine-based STD testing, with quick turnaround times in -clinic and through Quest Diagnostics, usually within 3–4 business days.
Testing is available for:
- Gonorrhea
- Chlamydia
- Syphilis
- Hepatitis B and C
- HIV
- HPV and trichomoniasis (via Pap smear or vaginal swab)
Whether you have symptoms or simply want to be proactive, RealOptions provides accurate, confidential results and treatment options.
We’re Here to Support Your Health and Your Relationship
You and your partner deserve the peace of mind that comes with knowing your sexual health status. At RealOptions, our caring staff is committed to providing support, physically and emotionally.
Schedule an appointment today to receive low-cost STD testing and begin taking charge of your health together. Walk-ins are also welcome.
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