STI Testing & Treatment in Bangkok

STI Testing & Treatment in Bangkok

Confidential, accurate testing and evidence-based treatment for sexually transmitted infections — with complete discretion — at Bangkok Hospital Headquarters.

Медицински прегледано от д-р Соарауи Уийрасопоне, MD — сертифициран уролог · Изследовател и клиничен наблюдател, катедра по урология Скот, Медицински колеж Бейлор

Testing Without Judgement

Sexually transmitted infections are common, and most are straightforward to treat once identified. What makes them consequential is delay — and the most frequent reason for delay is not medical, it is discomfort about asking.

Many STIs cause no symptoms at all, particularly in their early stages. Testing is therefore not only for people who notice something wrong: it is a reasonable part of routine health care for anyone who is sexually active, and especially worthwhile after a new partner or a possible exposure.

Infections We Test For and Treat

• Chlamydia and gonorrhea — the most common bacterial STIs, frequently symptomless, and readily curable
• Syphilis — detected on blood testing; entirely treatable, but serious if left undiagnosed
• Herpes simplex (HSV) — diagnosis, symptom management, and guidance on transmission
• HPV and genital warts — diagnosis, treatment, and vaccination
• Non-gonococcal urethritis — including Mycoplasma и Ureaplasma
• Trichomonas and other less common infections

HIV is the exception — see HIV: Testing, PrEP and PEP below.

When to Get Tested

• Discharge, burning on urination, sores, or unusual lumps
• After a new partner, or after sex without a condom
• If a partner has been diagnosed with an STI
• As part of routine health screening, even without symptoms
• Before trying to conceive, or before starting a new relationship

Treatment & Prevention

Clear results, appropriate treatment, and practical guidance on what happens next.

Targeted Treatment

Bacterial STIs such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and сифилис are treated with guideline-based antibiotic regimens chosen for the specific organism. Viral infections such as herpes are managed with antiviral therapy to control outbreaks and reduce transmission risk.

Follow-Up & Partner Care

Treatment is only half of it. We discuss when retesting is needed to confirm cure, how long to avoid sex, and how to raise the subject with partners — because untreated partners are the most common reason an infection returns.

HPV Vaccination

HPV vaccination is available and is worth discussing for both men and women. It protects against the HPV types responsible for genital warts and for cancers of the cervix, anus, penis, and throat — and remains valuable for many adults, not only adolescents. Read: HPV vaccination for men →

Circumcision and STI Risk

Patients often ask whether circumcision protects against infection. It reduces female-to-male HIV transmission during vaginal sex by a reported 60–70%, and there is evidence of a reduction in HPV, but the figure applies only to that specific setting and it is not protection against chlamydia or gonorrhea. What that figure does and does not cover →

HIV: Testing, PrEP and PEP

HIV is handled by a different specialty. Dr. Soarawee does not perform HIV testing — at Bangkok Hospital Headquarters this is managed by the Infectious Diseases department, and he will refer you there. For the same reason, HIV pre-exposure and post-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP and PEP) are not provided in the urology clinic.

If you think you have had a high-risk exposure, treat it as urgent. PEP has to be started within 72 hours of the exposure, and the sooner the better. Do not wait for a routine appointment — go directly to an Infectious Diseases service or a hospital emergency department.

Browse all STI patient guides →

Часто задаваемые вопросы

Q1: Can I have an STI without any symptoms?

Yes, and it is common. Chlamydia in particular is frequently symptomless, and syphilis and HPV can go unnoticed for long periods. This is precisely why testing after a new partner or possible exposure is worthwhile even when you feel entirely well.

Q2: How soon after exposure should I get tested?

It depends on the infection. PCR testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea is usually reliable within one to two weeks, while blood tests for syphilis and HSV need longer to become accurate. Testing too early can produce a falsely reassuring result, so timing is discussed at your consultation.

Q3: Is my visit confidential?

Yes. Consultations are conducted privately and medical records are handled confidentially in line with hospital policy and Thai law. You are welcome to raise any concerns about privacy at the start of your appointment.

Q4: Should adults get the HPV vaccine?

Often, yes. HPV vaccination gives the greatest benefit before exposure, but many adults still gain protection against types they have not encountered. Whether it makes sense for you depends on age and circumstances, and is worth discussing individually.

Q5: Do I need to tell my partner?

For treatable infections, yes — partners generally need testing and treatment, otherwise the infection is simply passed back. This is a normal part of STI care, and we can help you think through how to have that conversation.

Q6: Can I get an HIV test here?

No. Dr. Soarawee does not perform HIV testing. At Bangkok Hospital Headquarters, HIV testing and care are handled by the Infectious Diseases department, and he will refer you there.

Q7: Can I get PrEP or PEP here?

No. HIV pre-exposure and post-exposure prophylaxis are not provided in the urology clinic and belong to Infectious Diseases. PEP is time-critical and must be started within 72 hours of a high-risk exposure, so go directly to an Infectious Diseases service or a hospital emergency department rather than waiting for an appointment.

Q8: Can I discuss this by telemedicine first?

Yes, through Bangkok Hospital. Telemedicine is available for patients who cannot attend in person, including international patients, and is arranged in advance by email to the Urology department at bhquro@bdms.co.th. Samitivej Sriracha is in-person only. Testing itself, and any examination, requires an in-person visit.

Записаться на конфиденциальную консультацию

Testing is quick, treatment is effective, and the conversation is entirely private.

Bangkok Hospital Telemedicine is available for patients who cannot attend in person, including international patients — arrange it in advance by email to the Urology department at bhquro@bdms.co.th. Samitivej Sriracha is in-person only.

This page is provided for patient education only and is not medical advice. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship. Dr. Soarawee does not provide medical assessment, advice, diagnosis or prescriptions through personal messaging channels, direct messages or social media.