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Medical Dermatology

Diagnosis and treatments of clinical dermatology conditions for adults and children.

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Protect, maintain and restore skin health with medical aesthetic treatments.

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Management and thorough examinations of skin cancers and pre-cancers.

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Sexually Transmitted Infections

Treatments for infections that are commonly spread by sexual contact.

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Sexually Transmitted Infections

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI), also referred to as Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) and Venereal Diseases (VD), are infections that are commonly spread by sexual contact. You can get an STI by having vaginal sex, anal sex, or oral sex. 

There are several different types of STIs. Some of the most common STIs include chlamydia, gonorrhoea, genital warts, herpes and syphilis. Most STIs are treatable or curable. Chlamydia, gonorrhoea and syphilis are curable, whereas herpes and human papillomavirus (HPV) are treatable but not curable.

It is recommended that you undergo regular STI testing. Knowing your test results can help put your mind at ease, keep you safe, and make sure that you are not putting your partner at risk. Moreover, early detection is often essential in ensuring the successful treatment of STIs. Thomson Specialist Skin Centre offers STI screenings/testing in Singapore, and provides treatments for all of the above-mentioned STIs.

What are the symptoms of a sexually transmitted infection? These are the common symptoms to look out for:

  •  Discharge from the vagina or penis
  •  Abnormal vaginal bleeding
  •  A sore, ulcer, rash, or lump that appears on the penis or around the vagina, vulva or anus
  •  Pain during sexual intercourse
  •  Swelling of the scrotum
 

If you or your partner exhibit one or more of these symptoms, you should go for Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) screening. It is also important to note that some STIs cause no visible symptoms. However, you can still pass on the infection to others even if you have no symptoms. Thus, we recommend going for STI testing yearly if you are sexually active. This can be done on either urine in both men and women, vaginal or cervical swabs in women, or urethral swabs in men.

If you suspect that you have a Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD), contact Thomson Specialist Skin Centre to set up your first appointment for an STI screening.

Common STI Conditions and Treatments In Singapore

According to studies conducted by the Singapore Department of Sexually Transmitted Infections (DSC), there has been a rise in STI cases in Singapore since 2014. Chlamydia has the highest incidence rate in Singapore, followed by gonorrhoea and syphilis in second and third, respectively.

It is possible and not uncommon for someone to be infected with more than one STI. Moreover, some infected patients may not display any signs of STI, or the infections may linger in their bodies for weeks or months before symptoms develop. 

Therefore it is essential for you to schedule regular STI testing with a medical clinic in Singapore to prevent complications from developing and to keep you and your partner safe. If you are in a new active sexual relationship, have had casual sex, have multiple sex partners, or suspect that you or your partner have an STI, you should go for an STI screening as soon as possible.

At Thomson Specialist Skin Centre, we offer treatments for the following STIs:

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding STIs

An STI can develop within a few days, weeks, months, or even years after exposure. Moreover, some may not even exhibit any symptoms, making it difficult to know if you have an STI. If you are in a new active sexual relationship, have had casual sex, have multiple sex partners, or suspect that you or your partner have an STI, you should undergo STI testing as soon as possible.

Generally, you can go for an STI screening within a few weeks of exposure. Even if you do not have sex regularly, it is still recommended to undergo STI testing yearly.

There are various treatment options for STIs available, depending on the condition. Common treatment methods include:

  • Antibiotics
  • Other oral or topical medications
  • Surgery
  • Laser

Your doctor will also suggest you make several lifestyle alterations, including abstaining from sex until your treatment is complete. Do note that some STIs, such as herpes, HPV, and HIV, are treatable but not curable.

If you suspect that you may have contracted an STI, please get an STI screening immediately. Your doctor can advise you accordingly upon receiving the results of your STI testing.