Sexual Health
Sexual health is part of your general health, and you can talk to us about it the way you would about anything else. You might have a symptom that's worrying you, want a routine check, or have a question you'd rather ask a doctor than search online. Our doctors will listen, answer plainly and keep what you tell us confidential.
Need something urgently? If you need emergency contraception, or think you may have been exposed to HIV, call us as soon as you can. Both work best when started early.
We see people of all genders, sexual orientations and relationship types. Our GP team is all women, so if that matters to you, feel free to call and ask us about it first.
To book, call 02 6936 7020.
When should I book an appointment?
You have symptoms such as unusual discharge, sores, lumps, pain or a rash
You've had unprotected sex
You have a new sexual partner
A previous partner has told you they have an STI
You'd like a routine sexual health check
You'd like advice about contraception, safer sex or PrEP
You just have a question or a worry
How can we help?
Testing and treatment. STI testing and treatment, including help letting partners know when that's needed.
Check-ups and screening. Sexual health check-ups and cervical screening.
Prevention. Advice on safer sex, HPV vaccination advice, PrEP to reduce the risk of HIV, and PEP after a possible exposure.
Contraception and other concerns. Contraceptive advice and management, emergency contraception, and sexual health concerns for both men and women. For more on contraception, see our Women's Health page. We can also refer you to a specialist when you need one.
About STI testing. Many sexually transmitted infections don't cause symptoms, so you can have one without knowing. We recommend testing if you have a new partner or more than one partner, or if you think you may have been exposed. Testing is confidential and simple. Depending on your situation, it may involve a urine sample, a blood test or a swab you collect yourself. If an infection is found, we'll explain your treatment options, talk through letting partners know where appropriate, and arrange any follow-up you need.
FAQ
Do I need symptoms to get tested?
No. Many infections cause no symptoms at all, and a check-up is worthwhile even if you feel fine.
How is testing done?
It depends on your situation. It may be a urine sample, a blood test or a swab, and some swabs you can collect yourself. Your doctor will explain what's involved before anything is done.
What happens if a test is positive?
We'll go through the treatment options with you, talk about letting partners know and how that can be done, and book any follow-up you need.
When should I book an appointment?
Come and see us if you have symptoms like unusual discharge, sores, lumps, pain or a rash. Also come if you've had unprotected sex, have a new partner, or have been told by a previous partner that they have an STI. You're just as welcome if you'd like a routine check, advice about contraception, safer sex or PrEP, or if you simply have a question or a worry.
Inclusive, confidential care delivered with respect and compassion.