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Whats the procedure of getting tested for different types of stds? especially those which has a symptom of penile discharge.

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Dr. Tanya Russo answered

STD evaluation: The STD evaluation for med usually consists of a history and physical, blood tests, and cultures taken from urine or culture of discharge from your urethra (a tiny swab is inserted for this).

Answered 5/28/2015

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A member asked:

Whats the procedure of getting tested for different types of stds? especially those which has a symptom of penile discharge.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tanya Russo answered

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