STD Care – Life Savers Emergency Care

Emergent Sexually Transmitted Infection Assessment and Treatment

Same-Day STD Testing in Houston

The data on Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the United States suggests that they are on the rise, and it shows no signs of slowing down. There were around 2.5 million reported cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis in 2021, according to CDC estimates. Awareness of STDs is something that everyone should take seriously. Left alone and untreated, an STD can have long-term health effects on those who are impacted.

Same-Day STD Testing in Houston is Available at All LifeSavers ER Locations

When to get tested for an STD and why

Your partner has been diagnosed with an STD.
You notice an abnormal discharge from the vagina or penis.
You experience burning, itching, or bumps near the genital area or inner thighs
As part of routine STD testing (e.g. yearly or every 6 months).
If you have started a relationship with a new partner.
You’re sexually active and not in a mutually monogamous relationship.

Remember, the absence of symptoms is not a reliable predictor of who may or may not have an STD. If in doubt, get tested!

Reduce the risk of getting an STD

The following steps can help you lower your risk of getting an STD

Using condoms the right way every time you have sex
Being in a long-term mutually monogamous relationship with a partner

Payment: We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield.

At Life Savers ER testing for STDs is available for all adults and teenagers. Common STDs we can test for include: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Genital herpes, Syphilis, and HIV.

Our clinic is fully equipped with state of the art equipment and test results are made available from our on-site laboratory. Once test results are back, patients that require treatment can speak to our healthcare staff who will work with you to find the best treatment options. If treatment is not necessary we are always happy to discuss prevention and safety measures with patients individually.

We understand that STD testing can be a sensitive issue so we maintain the highest standards of privacy and confidentiality throughout the entire process.

If you have any questions about the testing process or treatment of STDs, please call us today or walk in to our clinic for timely and confidential testing.

Getting Tested at a Life Savers ER Houston Location

Life Savers ER locations provide quick, easy, and professional services to assist with the testing, diagnosis, and treatment of STDs.

No appointment is required
Patients can walk in, get tested, receive results, and get prescribed treatment all in the same location
Privacy and confidentiality are assured
Testing for all major STDs is provided

Facts about STDs

As many as 1 in 2 sexually active persons contract some type of STD by the age of 25.
Adolescents, young adults, and males with male partners are at higher risk of getting STDs.
Although many STDs are preventable, there are more than 20 million estimated new cases in the United States each year.
The spread of STDs can be lowered through education, STD testing, vaccination, and the use of condoms.

Chlamydia

Over 1.5 million cases of Chlamydia were reported to the CDC in 2021, making it the most common notifiable sexually transmitted infection in the United States for that year.

As with other STDs, you can get chlamydia by having vaginal, anal, or oral sex, and women with chlamydia can pass the infection to their babies during childbirth. Chlamydia can cause infection in both men and women but in women, an infection can result in permanent damage to the reproductive system. This can make it difficult or impossible to get pregnant later on. Chlamydia can be symptomless but when symptoms do occur it includes abnormal, discolored discharge or a burning sensation when passing urine.

Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is an STD that can cause infection in the genitals, rectum, and throat. It is very common, particularly among young people ages 15-24 years. Like chlamydia, individuals who have been infected with gonorrhea usually show no signs or symptoms. If symptoms do appear, these include pain or burning during urination, an abnormal discharge from the penis, vagina, or anus, and swelling in the testicles.

Trichomoniasis

Trichomoniasis is caused by the parasite trichomonas vaginalis. It is another STD that usually occurs without symptoms. Only 30% of people who are infected with trichomonas will go on to develop symptoms. If symptoms are present, they usually, appear as large amounts of yellow-green vaginal discharge and pain during sexual intercourse.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is an infection of the liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). Symptoms usually appear about 1 to 4 months after infection and include pale-colored stools, dark urine, tummy pain, fever, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. If you suspect that you have been exposed to Hepatitis B either through shared needle use or have had sex with a person infected with Hepatitis B, be sure to see a doctor.

Most people with Hepatitis B will get better after a few months but prompt treatment and vaccination are important.

Syphilis

Although syphilis is a less well-known STD it can cause major health problems if left untreated. Anyone can get syphilis through vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Infection with syphilis does not always produce symptoms but if symptoms do occur, this first shows up as a painless, round, and red sore that can appear anywhere— typically on the genitals, rectum, or mouth.

If you have reason to suspect that you may have contracted syphilis, be sure to get tested immediately.

HIV

HIV is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If HIV is not treated promptly it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Symptoms of HIV will vary. Some will have flu-like symptoms within 2 to 4 weeks after infection. As the infection progresses other symptoms such as fatigue, night sweats, muscle aches, and swollen
lymph nodes may occur. Other individuals experience no symptoms at all. The only way to know if you have HIV is to get tested.

The CDC recommends that everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 gets tested for HIV at least once as part of routine health care.

The management of HIV today is significantly better than it was in years past but quick diagnosis and treatment are essential. Speak to a healthcare provider if you notice these symptoms or have reason to believe that you may have been exposed to HIV.

Houston Emergency Room Locations

Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 3 convenient Houston ER locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve.