Luton Sexual Health

Noticed something unusual down there? 👀 Rather than guessing based on symptoms or relying on an internet search, getting professional advice can help you understand what's actually going on. #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth #STIAwareness #SexualHealthSupport

Something unexpected appeared down there? 👀 Small blisters, painful sores, tingling or itching around the genital area can sometimes be symptoms of genital herpes, an STI caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth #GenitalHerpes

Forget ghosts, witches and horror films… THESE are the things that give us a fright! 👻💀 #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth #Halloween #STIAwareness

Costume? Sorted. Plans? Made. Sexual health? Don't forget that one! 🎃👻 Whether you're heading to a Halloween party, out with friends or meeting someone new, a little preparation can go a long way. #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #Halloween #SexualHealth #SaferSex

Condom broke or slipped off during sex? 😬 First things first, don't panic! But there are a few things worth thinking about. #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth #STITesting #SaferSex

Oral sex might feel like the safer option, but did you know STIs can still be passed on this way? 👀 Using condoms or other suitable barriers, avoiding oral sex when sores are present, and understanding when to seek sexual health advice can all help. #Luton #SexualHealth

Two condoms = double the protection, right? 👀 You'd think so… but it's actually the opposite! #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth #SaferSex #SexualHealthTips

We're not saying we're taking it personally… but we're taking it personally 💔😭 If you've been meaning to book an STI test, consider this your little reminder! Find out more at lutonsexualhealth.org.uk #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #STITesting #SexualHealth

Chlamydia? You've probably heard of it. Gonorrhoea? That one too. But trichomoniasis? 👀🦠 #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth #STIAwareness #Trichomoniasis

Did you know that genital herpes symptoms can sometimes appear years after someone first acquires the virus? 🦠 Herpes simplex virus behaves differently from many other infections. It can remain dormant in the body for long periods before symptoms become noticeable. #Luton

You've had treatment, the infection has cleared… so how could you test positive for the same STI again? 🦠 Unlike some infections, having chlamydia or gonorrhoea doesn't give you reliable immunity against catching it again. #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth

Working in sexual health means having all sorts of conversations, and there really isn't much that surprises us! #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth #STITesting #SexualHealthSupport

You've completed your STI treatment… so is that everything sorted? 👀 #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth #STITreatment #SexualHealthSupport

For appointments and information about accessing the service, visit lutonsexualhealth.org.uk for your PHR or call 01582 497070. Knowing how to access the service before you arrive can help you get the right support at the right time 💙 #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth

Emergency contraceptive pills mainly work by preventing or delaying ovulation, so there’s no egg available for sperm to fertilise. The copper IUD works differently, using copper to affect sperm and prevent fertilisation. #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #EmergencyContraception

You don’t need to have all the answers before you contact us. Part of our role is helping you understand your options, access reliable information and work out what support may be appropriate for you. #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth #SexualHealthSupport

An important update if you use the contraceptive implant 👀 Nexplanon is now licensed for up to 5 years of contraceptive use in the UK, rather than 3 years. #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #Contraception #ContraceptiveImplant #Nexplanon

Some STIs can be present in different parts of the body, including the throat, genitals or rectum, depending on the infection and the type of sexual contact you’ve had 🧪 #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #STITesting #SexualHealth #STIAwareness

Your partner tested negative, so that means you’re negative too… right? 👀 Not necessarily. #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #STITesting #SexualHealth #STIAwareness

You see us out in the community 👋 Alongside attending community events, the team works with schools, colleges and local organisations, delivering both private one to one sessions and group sessions to provide sexual health information. #Luton #LutonSexualHealth #SexualHealth