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By *dnxyz OP Man 8 weeks ago
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I wonder what people think about arranging for an STI test pre-meet as an extra layer of assurance. I know nothing is bulletproof, and timings are involved, but is this something people do or ignore? |
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Depends - Previously if entering into an exclusive FWB situation - Yes.
The rest of the time I’ve just bagged it up, crossed my fingers & got tested afterwards 🤭
But (like you said)nothings bulletproof. Theirs still things you can get, even if you are protected. |
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I would have no problem with getting a test done if someone asked.
I get tested after every meet even though condoms are used but not for everything sexual. Can't be too careful/trusting these days as I bet not many will give a shit about your sexual health...most will say they play safe but you can take that with a pinch of salt x |
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By *dnxyz OP Man 8 weeks ago
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I agree. We can catch things even with condoms, but I am surprised how many would ignore if your bring the test issue up....
Also, only 3 months after a meet, you would have a clear picture of any infections, so even testing isn't perfect unless the other person has had no sex for 3 months... and isn't lying about it haha |
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I honestly can't believe you would arrange STI tests as part of a meet build up. Nothing could be less sexy than asking someone to take a test in advance. Condom, absolutely, but asking someone to take a test specifically for me is a step to far and would quite frankly put me off if it was required of me. Regular testing = great, specific meet test = weird.
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Never understood the point of this, they could show you a test performed last week but how do you know they haven't played in the meantime
Ultimately all boils down to trust - you have to trust they are clean, tested regularly, and haven't done anything silly in the meantime |
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It's worth noting that some STIs won't show up in testing right away, so if they were really bothered, they would have to abstain for a couple weeks before testing and after too if they really want a guarantee. |
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By *eliWoman 8 weeks ago
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It's great and I wish more people would have open and honest discussions about sexual health. About things like HPV.
But at the same time... I test for me and take care of my sexual health. Decide whether or not to do certain things. |
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"I wonder what people think about arranging for an STI test pre-meet as an extra layer of assurance. I know nothing is bulletproof, and timings are involved, but is this something people do or ignore?"
It doesn't sound like the best social but if I like her enough I'd do it. |
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Whilst the type of test, such as for HIV determines the lag, between infection and when it will become test positive, you're potentially going to be lulled into a false sense of security, if any test results are clear.
Unless someone is isolated for many weeks and you ran multiple tests - as it's feasible to get a false positive result, you'll not be able to get the security you'd expect OP.
Remember, not all STIs are tested for. Someone who says they've caught nothing, cannot be 100% certain. |
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By *ripfillMan 8 weeks ago
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This is vital for sexual health and trying to ensure adult responsibility is taken with partners
The service is free everyone playing should test … it’s so important
Thanks OP for bringing this into the open !
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