Aftercare
STD treatment and aftercare
Treatment, partner guidance, safer sex and retesting after a result.
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- 6 minutes
- Last updated
- 2026-08-10
- Medical review
- Named clinical reviewer pending
Treatment depends on the diagnosis
Do not use leftover antibiotics or share medication. A licensed clinician should confirm the infection, current treatment and whether a test of cure is needed.
Protect partners and complete follow-up
Follow advice about abstaining or using barriers, partner notification and treatment, vaccination where appropriate, and repeat screening after treatment or continued risk.