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sexual partners

Whether partners are new or established

Types of sexual activity

Condom use

Previous STI history

Pregnancy plans

Local health recommendations

People with new or multiple partners may benefit from discussing a personalized

testing schedule with a healthcare professional.

Testing should be viewed as routine healthcare—not a punishment for having sex.

17. Know the Red Flags
    Seek medical attention if you develop symptoms such as severe pelvic or abdominal pain, significant genital swelling, fever with genital symptoms, unexplained bleeding, painful sores, or severe testicular pain.

Sudden severe testicular pain in particular requires urgent evaluation because certain causes can threaten the