Providing Prompt STI Testing in the Pearland, TX, Area

If you need an office near Pearland, Texas, for regular STI testing, are currently experiencing symptoms of an STI, or think you’ve been exposed to an STI, Affinity Urgent Care is here to help. STIs are incredibly common, and you don’t have to delay seeking treatment—our medical team provides a confidential, nonjudgmental space where you can receive STI testing and treatment on a walk-in basis.

What Is the Difference Between an STI and an STD?

The difference between STDs and STIs is mainly in the name. STIs are infections contracted during sexual contact and are caused by viruses, parasites, or bacteria. While many people contract STIs and never experience symptoms (the reason it’s so important to be tested regularly), when one does have symptoms, it’s referred to as a sexually transmitted disease (STD). It’s preferable to use STI, as it encompasses most cases, and the term “disease” can perpetuate stigma.

STI Screenings for Common Conditions

It’s vital for all sexually active people to receive regular STI testing to stay healthy and safe in their sexual lifestyles. It is recommended that people with one partner be tested annually and those with multiple partners be tested every 3-6 months. It’s essential to be tested immediately if you think you’ve been exposed to an STI.  

We test for the following STIs:

• Gonorrhea  

• Chlamydia  

• Genital herpes

• Trichomoniasis  

• Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)  

• Syphilis  

Our Cutting-Edge STI Tests

• Xpert^® Xpress MVP testing – This is a PCR test to diagnose vaginal infections like vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), bacterial vaginosis (BV), and Trichomoniasis (TV).

• DPP^® HIV-Syphilis test – Provides results for both Treponema pallidum (syphilis) and HIV in 15 minutes.

• Xpert^® TV – Provides results for Trichomoniasis in 90 minutes or less.

• Xpert^® CT/NG – CT/NG detects Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) and Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) in under an hour. This test is for both men and women.

What You Can Expect at Your Appointment

When you visit us for STI testing, we will ask about your health concerns, symptoms, sexual history, and overall health history. After taking this information, we will proceed with testing, which may require urine, blood, or swab samples. These tests are generally quick and painless, and you will usually receive results that same day.

Once we get your results, our medical team will discuss the next steps. If you test positive for an STI, we will build a treatment plan to resolve your condition and, if necessary, guidance for informing your partners. You can schedule a follow-up visit with us or share your results with your primary care.

Walk Into Our Office for Same-Day STI Testing

Contact Affinity Urgent Care today or visit our clinic for convenient, discreet STI testing. We’re open during extended hours to provide the treatment you need in Pearland, TX. To make care more affordable, we offer reduced rates for self-pay patients and accept most health insurance, including Tricare, Medicare, and Medicaid.