Will the doctor tell my parents if I have an STD?
No. Your right to privacy is protected by the California Constitution and state law! Your health care provider cannot tell your parents that you took a pregnancy or STD test, that you are pregnant, or that you got an abortion without getting your written permission first.
Can 14 year olds get STDs?
In addition to unintended pregnancy, young people who choose to be sexually active are at risk of getting an STD. Half of all new STDs each year are among young people aged 15-244 and its estimated that one in four sexually active adolescent females has an STD, such as chlamydia or human papillomavirus (HPV).
Can a 13 year old get STDs?
In California, someone who is 12 years old or older can get tested and treated for HIV or STDs without their parents’ consent. This policy was created to make sure teens would get the care they need even if they were too uncomfortable to talk to their parents about sex.
Can I go to the doctor without my parents?
Yep, you can totally visit a doctor without your mother. At most Planned Parenthood health centers, you can see a doctor or nurse without your parents, and the same goes for lots of other OB/GYN offices. When you call to make an appointment, the best thing to do is ask about that particular doctor’s privacy policies.
Can I get STD from myself?
In general, STDs that spread through bodily fluids—such as HIV and chlamydia—are relatively unlikely to be spread through mutual masturbation. There’s a bigger risk for STDs that spread from skin to skin, such as herpes and molluscum.
Can a 13 year old get tested for STDs?
In most states, once you are 13, you can get checked and tested for STDs without a parent’s involvement. Many family doctors or pediatricians will agree to treat their teen patients confidentially. That means they won’t tell parents or anyone else unless you say it’s OK. So you may be able to ask your own doctor if he or she will do so.
Do you have to have a STD test to know if you have one?
Most of the time, STDs have no symptoms. Testing is the only way to know for sure if you have an STD. So if you’ve had vaginal, anal, or oral sex, talk with a doctor or nurse about getting tested.
Where can I go to get tested for STDs?
Where can I get tested for STDs? First, you can get tested at the office of your ob-gyn or family physician. You can also be tested at your nearest Planned Parenthood facility, by your state health department, or in a community health clinic.
What do parents need to know about STD’s?
To prepare for these conversations, parents need to know about options for preventing pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including HIV. In addition, it is important that parents know about key preventive health services.
In most states, once you are 13, you can get checked and tested for STDs without a parent’s involvement. Many family doctors or pediatricians will agree to treat their teen patients confidentially. That means they won’t tell parents or anyone else unless you say it’s OK. So you may be able to ask your own doctor if he or she will do so.
How to get tested for STDs without letting your parents know?
Ask the staff to make a note of such details in your file in order to prevent accidents. Also make sure your parents won’t receive a bill for the testing or treatment. Do not forget about your emotional health. Tell the doctor or nurse about how you are feeling about the testing or your health. They are there to help both your body and mind.
Can you get STD testing at Planned Parenthood?
Planned Parenthood works to provide you with the services you need, whether or not you have health insurance. If you’re worried about cost, check with your local Planned Parenthood health center to see if they can hook you up with STD testing that fits your budget.
Do you need insurance to get a STD test?
You may not need to provide insurance or pay anything for STD testing at some sites, but be sure to contact them and ask first. If you don’t live in the US, try searching your local government’s website to see if they list medical clinics that offer STD tests.