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STDs in Singapore

Mediway Medical Centre offers confidential STD testing and treatment in Singapore from our clinic at The Riverwalk, Clarke Quay. Same-day consultations usually available; on-site testing with results typically in 1 to 3 business days.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Qiao Yufei, MD · MBBS · Last reviewed 28 April 2026

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  • STD test panelsFrom $5510 Assure tiers
  • Same-day testingUsually availableWalk-in or booked
  • Results1–5 daysPhone, WhatsApp, email
  • TreatmentOn-siteNo external referral
  • PrivacyPDPA-compliantSelf-pay option available
  • LocationThe RiverwalkClarke Quay MRT
Screenable STIs12+ Infections
  • HIV (4th-gen Combo)
  • Syphilis (VDRL / TPHA)
  • Chlamydia (PCR)
  • Gonorrhoea (PCR)
  • Hepatitis B (HBsAg / Anti-HBs)
  • Hepatitis C (IgG Antibody)
  • HSV-1 / HSV-2 (IgG)
  • Trichomonas (culture)
  • Mycoplasma (culture)
  • Ureaplasma (culture)
  • Gardnerella (BV, female)
  • Group B Strep (female)

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What are STDs?

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also called sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are infections passed from one person to another through sexual contact. They can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites, and they affect people of all ages, backgrounds, and relationship types.

Many STDs cause no obvious symptoms, which is why routine testing matters even if you feel fine. Left untreated, some STDs can lead to complications such as infertility, chronic pain, organ damage, or increased HIV risk. The good news: most bacterial STDs are fully curable with antibiotics, and viral STDs can be managed effectively with modern treatment.

How STDs spread

STDs are transmitted through four main routes in Singapore. Casual contact (hugging, handshakes, sharing toilet seats, swimming pools) does not spread STDs.

Sexual contact

Unprotected vaginal, anal, or oral sex with an infected partner.

Skin-to-skin

Genital contact can spread herpes, HPV, syphilis, and pubic lice, even with condom use.

Blood-to-blood

HIV, hepatitis B and C via shared needles or unsterile equipment.

Mother-to-child

During pregnancy, birth, or breastfeeding, preventable with antenatal screening.

Common STDs in Singapore

Below is a reference list of the STDs most commonly seen at our clinic, grouped by the type of pathogen that causes them. Each condition links to a dedicated page covering symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Bacterial (curable)

Chlamydia

Bacterial · often asymptomatic

Bacterial infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, Singapore's most commonly reported STD. Often causes no symptoms, so many infections go undetected without routine testing. Spreads through unprotected vaginal, anal, or oral sex. If untreated, can cause pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility.

Full guide on chlamydia

Gonorrhoea

Bacterial · multi-site

Bacterial infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, affecting the urethra, cervix, throat, or rectum. Symptoms include discharge, burning urination, and pelvic pain, though asymptomatic cases are common. Spreads through unprotected sexual contact. Antibiotic resistance is rising globally, making early detection important.

Full guide on gonorrhoea

Syphilis

Bacterial · stage-progressive

Bacterial infection caused by Treponema pallidum, progressing through primary, secondary, latent, and tertiary stages. Primary stage presents as painless sores; later stages can cause rash, organ damage, and neurological issues. Spreads via direct contact with sores during sexual activity.

Full guide on syphilis

Mycoplasma genitalium

Bacterial · underdiagnosed

Bacterial infection caused by Mycoplasma genitalium, an increasingly recognised cause of urethritis and cervicitis. Often asymptomatic; when symptoms appear, they include discharge, painful urination, or post-coital bleeding. Spreads through unprotected sex. Not routinely tested in standard STD panels, so specific testing is required.

Full guide on Mgen

Ureaplasma

Bacterial · common commensal

Bacterial organism (Ureaplasma urealyticum / parvum) commonly found in the genitourinary tract, sometimes causing urethritis, vaginitis, or fertility issues. Can be present without symptoms. Transmission is often sexual. Clinical relevance depends on symptoms and bacterial load; testing is culture-based.

Full guide on ureaplasma

Non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU)

Urethral inflammation

Urethral inflammation not caused by gonorrhoea, most often linked to chlamydia, mycoplasma genitalium, or ureaplasma. Symptoms include discharge, burning urination, and itching. Spreads through unprotected sex. Diagnosis is by exclusion and specific testing; partner notification is important.

Full guide on NGU

When should you get an STD test?

Many STDs cause no symptoms in the early stages, which means you can have and transmit an infection without knowing. Routine STD testing is recommended in Singapore if any of the following apply:

  • You've had unprotected sex with a new partner
  • Your partner has tested positive for an STD
  • You have symptoms: unusual discharge, genital sores, pelvic pain, or rash
  • You're starting a new relationship and want a baseline screening
  • It's been 12 months or more since your last test
  • You've had multiple partners in the past 12 months
  • You're planning pregnancy (for both partners)

Testing windows. Chlamydia and gonorrhoea can typically be detected two weeks after exposure. Our HIV 4th-generation antigen/antibody combination test detects HIV from around three weeks post-exposure, per CDC HIV testing guidance. Syphilis antibody tests are most accurate four to six weeks after exposure. Singapore's HealthHub STI programme provides additional background on common STDs and when to test.

Urgent situations. If you may have been exposed to HIV, post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) must be started within 72 hours to be effective. PEP is not offered at Mediway; access it via any 24-hour hospital A&E or the DSC Clinic.

Who's at higher risk?

STDs can affect anyone who is sexually active, but certain factors increase exposure risk and make regular testing more important.

  • New or multiple sexual partners: each new partner adds risk, particularly if their testing history is unknown
  • Inconsistent condom use: condoms reduce but don't eliminate transmission for skin-contact STDs like HPV and herpes
  • Men who have sex with men (MSM): higher rates of HIV, syphilis, and anorectal infections in this group
  • Sex workers and their clients: higher exposure frequency warrants more frequent testing
  • Previous STD diagnosis: having had one increases risk of others; reinfection is common
  • Shared injecting equipment: primary risk factor for HIV and hepatitis C
  • Travel and new partners abroad: STD rates and resistance patterns vary by country

Baseline screening

Not sure if you need a test? A baseline screening is a good starting point, with no symptoms required. Consultation is clinically focused, confidential, and covers only what's needed to pick the right panel.

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STD testing at Mediway

Our STD testing service covers the full range of common infections seen in Singapore, from single-test screens to comprehensive panels. Testing is performed on-site at our clinic at The Riverwalk, with same-day consultations usually available and results typically within one to three business days. Consultation is clinically focused, covering only the questions needed to select the correct panel.

For panels, pricing, result timelines, and the full visit flow, see our STD testing service page.

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Understanding your STD test results

STD test results usually fall into one of three categories. A negative result does not guarantee you're STD-free forever; it only covers the period up to the window tested.

  1. Negative

    No infection detected within the window period. If your last exposure was very recent, a repeat test after the full window may be recommended.

  2. Positive

    Infection detected. Not an emergency: most STDs are treatable, many fully curable. Our team talks you through treatment and partner notification.

  3. Inconclusive

    Result not clearly positive or negative, for example very early infection or a cross-reactive antibody pattern. Repeat or confirmatory testing recommended.

STD treatment at Mediway

If your test returns a positive result, most common STDs in Singapore are treatable, and many are fully curable. Treatment is provided directly at our clinic (no external referral needed) and includes both bacterial STD medication and viral STD management.

For medication protocols, wart removal options, partner notification, and follow-up, see our STD treatment page.

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Your privacy, fully protected

Testing and treatment for STDs can feel sensitive, which is why our clinic is set up to protect your privacy end-to-end.

  • Discreet location

    Basement level, shared medical floor inside The Riverwalk. No street-front clinic.

  • No records shared with insurers or employers by default

    STD test results are not shared with insurers, employers, or other third parties unless you specifically request it. Note: positive results for certain notifiable infections (HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and acute hepatitis A, B and C) are reported to MOH under Singapore’s Infectious Diseases Act. This is a legal requirement separate from insurance disclosure; negative results are never reported.

  • Flexible communication

    Results by phone, WhatsApp, or email, based on your preference.

  • Self-pay option

    Pay privately without using any insurance or corporate benefit.

  • PDPA-compliant handling

    Data managed per Singapore's Personal Data Protection Act. See our Privacy Policy.

Our clinical team follows PDPA and MOH confidentiality standards. If you have questions about privacy before booking, please speak to our team on WhatsApp.

Frequently asked questions

01How often should I get tested for STDs?

For most sexually active adults in Singapore, an annual STD test is a reasonable baseline. With new or multiple partners, every three to six months is more appropriate. After any unprotected encounter with an unknown-status partner, test after the relevant window period.

02Can I have an STD without showing any signs or symptoms?

Yes. Many STDs (including chlamydia, gonorrhoea, early-stage HIV, and HPV) often cause no symptoms. This is why routine testing matters even if you feel fine.

03What happens during an STD test?

After a brief confidential consultation, tests may involve a blood draw, urine sample, and/or swab. Most patients are done within 10 minutes. Results typically arrive within one to three business days.

04Can STDs be cured?

Bacterial STDs (chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis, mycoplasma, trichomoniasis) are generally fully curable with antibiotics. Viral STDs (HIV, herpes, HPV, hepatitis B) are managed rather than cured. Hepatitis C is now curable with modern direct-acting antivirals.

05What are the most common STDs and how are they transmitted?

The most common STDs seen in Singapore are chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis, HIV, herpes, HPV (genital warts), and hepatitis B. Bacterial STDs (chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis) are typically curable with antibiotics; viral STDs (HIV, herpes, HPV) are managed long-term. Transmission is most commonly through unprotected vaginal, anal, or oral sex; skin-to-skin genital contact (for HPV, herpes, syphilis); or shared injecting equipment (for HIV, hepatitis B/C).

06Is STD testing painful?

No. Blood tests involve a brief needle prick. Urine tests and self-collected swabs are painless. A doctor-collected genital swab can feel uncomfortable briefly but isn't painful.

07Do I need to bring anything to my appointment?

Just a photo ID. No fasting required. Avoid urinating for one hour before if urine tests are likely, for accuracy. We confirm any specific prep during booking.

08Will my insurance company know I got tested?

Only if you choose to claim it. Self-pay keeps the visit entirely outside insurance systems.

09How long are STD test results valid?

Results cover the period between your last risky exposure and the test date. Not a forever certificate: if you have new unprotected encounters, retest.

10What if my partner refuses to get tested?

You can still test and treat yourself. Our team can offer guidance on the partner-testing conversation and, where helpful, information leaflets your partner can bring to their own doctor.

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  • 20 Upper Circular Rd, #B1-26/29 The Riverwalk, Singapore 058416
  • Clarke Quay MRT (NE5), Exit E · 2-minute walk
  • Hours: Mon to Fri 7:30am to 6pm · Sat 7:30am to 1pm

Directions

Located in central Singapore, just a 2-minute walk from Clarke Quay MRT.

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Mediway Medical Centre clinic entrance

Clarke Quay Station (NE5)

Exit E. 2-minute walk along the river towards The Riverwalk building. We are at #B1-26/29.

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