Gonorrhea Testing near me in Lansing, Illinois

Who should get tested for gonorrhea?

According to the CDC, anyone who is sexually active can get gonorrhea, but it's particularly common among young people aged 15-24 years. Those with multiple sexual partners or a new partner, as well as anyone who has had gonorrhea before, should consider getting tested. It's also recommended for anyone who has another sexually transmitted disease (STD) or who has a partner who has an STD.

Importance of getting tested

Gonorrhea is a serious infection that can cause long-term health problems if left untreated, including pelvic inflammatory disease in women and epididymitis (a condition that affects the testicles) in men. It can also increase the risk of getting or giving HIV. The only way to know if you have gonorrhea is to get tested. Early detection and treatment can prevent these complications and stop the spread of the disease to others.

Gonorrhea testing options in Lansing, IL:

Urgent care and walk-in clinics

Urgent care and walk-in clinics are a convenient option for gonorrhea testing. Local MD Urgent Care in nearby Homewood, IL, for example, is highly-rated and offers friendly service.

Primary care providers

Your primary care provider can also test for gonorrhea. If you don't have a primary care provider, Solv can help you find one in the Lansing area.

Free STD testing and community health centers

Community health centers often offer free or low-cost STD testing. Solv can help you locate these centers in and around Lansing.

At-home testing

At-home testing kits for gonorrhea are another option. They can be ordered online, used at home, and then sent to a lab for analysis.

Prevalence of gonorrhea in Lansing

While specific data for Lansing, IL is not available, according to the CDC, Illinois ranks 10th in the nation for reported gonorrhea cases. The prevalence in Lake County, where Lansing is located, is also higher than the national average.

Risk factors related to gonorrhea in Lansing

Risk factors for gonorrhea in Lansing are similar to those in other parts of the country. They include being young, having multiple sexual partners, having a new sexual partner, having a history of gonorrhea or other STDs, and having a partner with an STD.

Other STDs in Lansing

In addition to gonorrhea, other common STDs in Lansing include chlamydia, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis. The rate of chlamydia in Lake County is particularly high, ranking 7th out of all counties in the state. The rate of syphilis, while lower, has been increasing in recent years. HIV and hepatitis rates in Lake County are similar to the state average.

Remember, you can book same-day and next-day testing appointments at both nearby urgent care centers and medical laboratories through Solv’s website and mobile app. With 104 nearby locations to get tested at, it's never been easier to take control of your sexual health.