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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I've got an appointment at my local GUM clinic, I haven't got any symptoms or particular worries, I just thought I should get checked out.

My question is, as I haven't been before, will they check for a range of things or should I ask for particular tests?

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By *othingButCocoChanelWoman
over a year ago

Glasgow

Just ask for a full check ??

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By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago

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Say 'I'm a swinger and would like a full check up, including throat swabs. Oh, and I've heard you offer Hep B jabs.' They will give you what you request.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes. Make sure you ask about hep b. Most people haven't had that course if jabs. I had as an ex serviceman but when tested I wasn't covered. Had a booster. Still not covered. Had the course again before I was protected.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thank you for your help.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yup. All good stuff. I had a course of Hep B, recently. Will be retested in about 12 months, I think...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It's always a good idea to request the full check, it took about 2 weeks for me to get my results back (all clear, woo!) but some places offer to text results but I think they're few and far between.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"It's always a good idea to request the full check, it took about 2 weeks for me to get my results back (all clear, woo!) but some places offer to text results but I think they're few and far between."

Txt is good... I get my results in about 4 working days, I think..? Less than 1 week..!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If your going to the clinic in Town they will ask you what you want, they are swing friendly, don't forget to get a supply of condoms off them, they will txt you the results

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By *ynxMan
over a year ago

Stafford

Some clinics don't text you to give you the results well if you have the all clear the clinic I go to don't they believe no news is good news after about two weeks that is.

I get tested regularly there isn't much to worry about tbf

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just ask for a full screen. That's what I do, covers everything that way.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Some clinics don't text you to give you the results well if you have the all clear the clinic I go to don't they believe no news is good news after about two weeks that is.

I get tested regularly there isn't much to worry about tbf "

Bradford do text you with the results

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Some clinics don't text you to give you the results well if you have the all clear the clinic I go to don't they believe no news is good news after about two weeks that is.

I get tested regularly there isn't much to worry about tbf "

See I like that little reassuring text that I get from my clinic saying all is good... Think without it I'd end up worrying that they had the wrong number or something

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thanks all. I went today and they were all lovely. I had a vague idea that they'd be judging me but not a bit!

Texting my results and now I'm happy to go every three months as recommended.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Thanks all. I went today and they were all lovely. I had a vague idea that they'd be judging me but not a bit!

Texting my results and now I'm happy to go every three months as recommended.

Super..!! Well done Bradford GUM clinic for being lovely.... See, its not too bad...

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By *not69Man
over a year ago

Lancashire

I went a couple of weeks ago and got the all clear text last Wednesday.

I didn't know about the hep b jabs, will have to look into those next time I go. how many jabs in the course and are there any side effects? x

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I went a couple of weeks ago and got the all clear text last Wednesday.

I didn't know about the hep b jabs, will have to look into those next time I go. how many jabs in the course and are there any side effects? x"

I had one today and have to go for another two, next wk and wk after.

Apparently I only needed them if I've had sex with a man who might have had sex with another man. Well, who knows on here so I thought it wise to go for it.

It lasts a year then.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I went a couple of weeks ago and got the all clear text last Wednesday.

I didn't know about the hep b jabs, will have to look into those next time I go. how many jabs in the course and are there any side effects? x

I had one today and have to go for another two, next wk and wk after.

Apparently I only needed them if I've had sex with a man who might have had sex with another man. Well, who knows on here so I thought it wise to go for it.

It lasts a year then.

I was recommended the Hep B vaccination by the Clinic Nurse, after I was tested and found to have no immunity. The course was 3 injections, I think - spaced several weeks apart. Think the rest is in 1 year...?

No side effects that I noticed.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I went a couple of weeks ago and got the all clear text last Wednesday.

I didn't know about the hep b jabs, will have to look into those next time I go. how many jabs in the course and are there any side effects? x

I had one today and have to go for another two, next wk and wk after.

Apparently I only needed them if I've had sex with a man who might have had sex with another man. Well, who knows on here so I thought it wise to go for it.

It lasts a year then.

I was under the impression it lasts forever same as all vaccinations.

As for the risks of having sex with a guy who may have had sex with another guy; I think it best to be safe rather than sorry. Not all Bi men make it as obvious as I do

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Believe I was told that they re-test in 12 months and repeat the course, if immunity is still low.

Its risk reduction -

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I went a couple of weeks ago and got the all clear text last Wednesday.

I didn't know about the hep b jabs, will have to look into those next time I go. how many jabs in the course and are there any side effects? x

I had one today and have to go for another two, next wk and wk after.

Apparently I only needed them if I've had sex with a man who might have had sex with another man. Well, who knows on here so I thought it wise to go for it.

It lasts a year then.

I was under the impression it lasts forever same as all vaccinations.

As for the risks of having sex with a guy who may have had sex with another guy; I think it best to be safe rather than sorry. Not all Bi men make it as obvious as I do

I was told today at our I.S.H. clinic that a booster is needed every 5 years.

O.p. just be honest tell them your a swinger there will be no judgement, as it will be your first visit I'm sure they would suggest a full screen.

In other news we were told during this visit that there is a large increase in couples getting S.T.I's especially those who have travelled abroad in the last 12 months.

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By *inkxRabbitWoman
over a year ago

Mostly in GU24

Ask for a full check. They'll check you for HIV, syphilis, gonorrhoea, chlamydia, thrush, bacterial vaginosis, herpes etc etc. I was asked directly if I was a swinger, if I went dogging, to gang bangs etc etc. You won't be the only one. I was completely honest and open, tested for everything, including throat swab, and I'm really glad I did.

My tests were all negative which was massively reassuring.

All do it!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I went a couple of weeks ago and got the all clear text last Wednesday.

I didn't know about the hep b jabs, will have to look into those next time I go. how many jabs in the course and are there any side effects? x

I had one today and have to go for another two, next wk and wk after.

Apparently I only needed them if I've had sex with a man who might have had sex with another man. Well, who knows on here so I thought it wise to go for it.

It lasts a year then.

I was under the impression it lasts forever same as all vaccinations.

As for the risks of having sex with a guy who may have had sex with another guy; I think it best to be safe rather than sorry. Not all Bi men make it as obvious as I do

I was told today at our I.S.H. clinic that a booster is needed every 5 years.

O.p. just be honest tell them your a swinger there will be no judgement, as it will be your first visit I'm sure they would suggest a full screen.

In other news we were told during this visit that there is a large increase in couples getting S.T.I's especially those who have travelled abroad in the last 12 months."

Thanks for the info on the five year thing. Our clinic send text reminders for that too. There is quite a gap between injections so it's easy to miss it and have to start over. That's what my wife had to do.

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By *not69Man
over a year ago

Lancashire

"I went a couple of weeks ago and got the all clear text last Wednesday.

I didn't know about the hep b jabs, will have to look into those next time I go. how many jabs in the course and are there any side effects? x

I had one today and have to go for another two, next wk and wk after.

Apparently I only needed them if I've had sex with a man who might have had sex with another man. Well, who knows on here so I thought it wise to go for it.

It lasts a year then.

Ah right, so hep b jabs are for men who have sex with other men or women who have sex with men who might have had sex with other men. But how far do you go, I don't have sex with men but I do have sex with women who have sex with men who might have sex with other men. But that could be said of any woman I meet, not just the women I meet at the clubs I attend.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I did get a full range of tests. I just asked.

I didn't mean to say it lasts for a year, doc told me today I'll get a text message in 12 months to get the last hep b jab, then they wait 4 months to test to see if you're immune, ie if it's worked.

Didn't mean to confuse

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over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I went a couple of weeks ago and got the all clear text last Wednesday.

I didn't know about the hep b jabs, will have to look into those next time I go. how many jabs in the course and are there any side effects? x

I had one today and have to go for another two, next wk and wk after.

Apparently I only needed them if I've had sex with a man who might have had sex with another man. Well, who knows on here so I thought it wise to go for it.

It lasts a year then.

Well they're free so it's up to you if you want that extra line of defence. xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

periodic full mot checks are a good idea, especially for things like chlamydia, which many people dont realise they have. hep B jabs are sensible too.

I had my hep B done because of work

No one will make any judgement at the clinic

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Thanks all. I went today and they were all lovely. I had a vague idea that they'd be judging me but not a bit!

Texting my results and now I'm happy to go every three months as recommended.

They are a friendly and unjudgemental lot at Bradford clinic

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over a year ago

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By *em4ejacWoman
over a year ago

Cougarville

It's best to have the full check regularly .

Safer and the nurse at the clinic I went to in Northern Ireland was very nice and non judgemental .

She gave me some good advice and condoms too .

The doctor was a bit shocked at a single lady on a swingers site but he continued in a professional manner and said he'd see me again soon for regular check ups !!

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By *mooth shaftMan
over a year ago

Edinburgh

Went to GUM clinic years ago and got something shoved in my dick hole to take a sample - feckin sore!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Say 'I'm a swinger and would like a full check up, including throat swabs. Oh, and I've heard you offer Hep B jabs.' They will give you what you request."

And shitloads of free condoms. I went last month (they know me now). They normally ask how many sexual partners you have had in last 12 months or since last check. They have given up asking me now....first time I went I told them I didn't know but well into double figures. It never even raised an eyebrow.

Just go in with no fear....they do not judge anyone.

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By *bi HaiveMan
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over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

"Went to GUM clinic years ago and got something shoved in my dick hole to take a sample - feckin sore!!"

Guess it's been a while since your last visit then?

As pissing in a jar and having a swab taken from your throat (and possibly a blood test - ooh scary!!

) is hardly traumatic.

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By *anderlustcoupleCouple
over a year ago

Kent

We went a few weeks ago and my friends mum is the receptionist... She didn't even flinch!

They guessed we were swinging, really friendly, free condoms and a nice text 7 days later

Personally think anybody swinging that doesn't get checked is pretty irresponsible!

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By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago

Putting the 'cum' in Eboracum

"Went to GUM clinic years ago and got something shoved in my dick hole to take a sample - feckin sore!!"

I do hope you've been back since.

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By *imjohnCouple
over a year ago

Clacton on sea, Essex

Full test, swabs, bloods, urine & Hep A & B.

Guys don't have the dreaded cotton bud thingy down the Japs eye anymore as urine test does the same thing, be honest about partners/practices so it make their job easier.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Maybe clubs should insist on a health certificate before membership.. Some clubs in Canada do

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By *at69driveMan
over a year ago

Hertford

Txt is good... I get my results in about 4 working days, I think..? Less than 1 week..!"
. Get mine by text within two days plus a supply of free condoms .

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By *imjohnCouple
over a year ago

Clacton on sea, Essex

"Maybe clubs should insist on a health certificate before membership.. Some clubs in Canada do"

Yes swinging clubs/parties are a bit behind the times in the UK with sexual health.

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By *oobsandballsMan
over a year ago

st andrews

Ours doesn't send a text, but we can call after 2 weeks if we haven't heard anything and want to double check

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By *bi HaiveMan
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over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

"Maybe clubs should insist on a health certificate before membership.. Some clubs in Canada do

Yes swinging clubs/parties are a bit behind the times in the UK with sexual health. "

So you're clear when you join.

What about afterwards?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Maybe clubs should insist on a health certificate before membership.. Some clubs in Canada do

Yes swinging clubs/parties are a bit behind the times in the UK with sexual health.

So you're clear when you join.

What about afterwards?

Well that's up to you but good chance it wasn't from the club perhaps?

Bit like your cars mot only valid on the day of the test

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By *bi HaiveMan
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over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

"Maybe clubs should insist on a health certificate before membership.. Some clubs in Canada do

Yes swinging clubs/parties are a bit behind the times in the UK with sexual health.

So you're clear when you join.

What about afterwards?

Well that's up to you but good chance it wasn't from the club perhaps?

Bit like your cars mot only valid on the day of the test"

That's the point.

Why should clubs demand health checks? It's not their responsibility- it's the individuals. A clear test is only valid til the next encounter. Nobody's sex life only revolves around a club.

Naive to think that if membership was granted upon proof of a clear test that there would be any change to levels of safety.

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By *imjohnCouple
over a year ago

Clacton on sea, Essex

These countries like the States have data bases for the adult industry/swingers, the person is given a unique number that can be checked when shooting porn / using clubs etc.

It hides your identity whilst giving accurate up to date info on a person sexual health.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

All clear at this end. Usually just ask to check for everything.

I do my tests after every encounter. I have to. I wouldn't meet someone else if i didn't take a test in between.

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