How frequently should a person take an STD test?

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Dr Ezhilarasan Ml

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A person should take an STD test once a year if they are sexually active.

Dr. Ezhilarasan Suggests...

Take a ALLERGY, HOUSE DUST MITE (DERMATOPHAGOIEDS FARINAE) Test or Take a HCV Test (Hepatitis C Virus) Test

Book ALLERGY, HOUSE DUST MITE (DERMATOPHAGOIEDS FARINAE) Test Book HCV Test (Hepatitis C Virus) Test

Answered 24/07/2025

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