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DahliaLove
Long Beach, LA, CA
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Test results are in!!
Apr 6 2026 10:40AM more by DahliaLove
Tags: Orange County, Random (All tags)

And everything came back tip-top!
I go every 3 to 6 months, depending on how active I've been. I do not wait for a reason, I just staying on top of it. For me, I keep it simple. I get tested. I stay aware. I do realize that I am luck to have health insurance!

If access is the issue, here's what people don't always know:

You can go to your local health department for STD/STI testing, HIV/AIDS testing, and family planning.

No insurance needed.
They will ask about immigration status.
Fees are based on what you can afford and sometimes free.
And it is confidential.

I am not telling anyone what to do with their body.


I have to admit that it is a little worrisome to see the amount women talk about taking antibiotics like doxycycline or doxy/pep as a daily preventative.

Just being real, that's a lot on your body if you're taking it daily or long-term.
It can mess with your gut, throw off your natural balance, and you can build resistance over time.
Meaning when you actually need it, it might not work the same.

Also safe FUN is still FUN!!!
You gotta remember who we are and that we all seem to have one thing in common, FUN.
We only get one body in this lifetime!

Hope this was helpful and not too preachy!

anywho!
Just a friendly reminder to treat yo self!
Get tested!
You deserve it!!
DL

      
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littlemissalice
City of Los Angeles, LA, CA
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since Sep 24 2015

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Apr 6 2026 10:50AM     link to this

yasss

Every 3 months is standard, at least every 6 months is a must! (for me)

Its true not everyone can take preventative meds, they can throw off natural systems within the body.
But that's not the end of the road at all..

There are so many resources!!! If anyone feels like they can't get what they need please know that's not true and reach out!

You're a gem DL good for you xo
SmartK9
Ontario, Inland Empire, CA
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since Jan 18 2025

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Apr 6 2026 11:00AM     link to this

Absolutely correct about one’s body becoming resistant to improper/over use of antibiotics especially in the SDT/STI arena. I’ve been on so many different antibiotics the over the last year because of all the medical procedures I’ve had for my cancer, I can’t pronounce the name of half of them. One thing I’ve noticed however, is that I have never received the same antibiotics back to back for the exact reason of developing a resistance to it.

Good advice Madam OP
littlemissalice
City of Los Angeles, LA, CA
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Apr 6 2026 11:02AM     link to this

regarding antibiotic resistance:
the doctor i spoke with said the risk of not taking them is higher than the risk of resistance or superbugs.

DahliaLove
Long Beach, LA, CA
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Apr 6 2026 11:09AM     link to this

not to mention that they make you feel like crap!

I have had my share of health issues that are out of my control, and now am down to a bi weekly treatment. yay! The meds take a toll on me psychically, and mentally.

Feeling like crap, sucks!


That is part of the reason I a so pro-testing! Its one thing you can somewhat control!
You make an effort to check in on yourself, that takes care of you and you know you did your part when it comes to this community.


Safety is not an accident!




lawforza1
Costa Mesa, OC, CA
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since Dec 19 2019

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Apr 6 2026 11:28AM     link to this

As a provider 2x a month if not once a week. Im a hobbyist and do so 2 x a month.
OCCityBoy2
Santa Ana, OC, CA
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Apr 6 2026 11:29AM     link to this

Sometimes, a big is so strong that one course of antibiotic treatment is not enough.

I know someone who came down with nasal infection (related to chronic allergy).
Amoxicillin led to augmentin, zithromycin, and so forth ..

Person now has bronchitis. Possibly pneumonia.

Each antibiotic helps a little, and when the bottle is empty,
The symptoms get more severe.
I'm glad I don't get ill like that. Lucky me.
Will they recover soon?
June.Moon
Ontario, Inland Empire, CA
Ontario, Inland Empire, CA Today!
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Apr 6 2026 11:57AM     link to this

I was taking prep daily and my kidneys started to fail. My primary doc did tests and told me that I had stage 3 kidney disease and I was SOOOOO confused. Thank God for insurance but long story short after I stopped taking it everything was fine.



Just made my appt. for a full panel for Thursday and also added the throat swab std test. Thank you for this reminder 🥰😘❤️ you're a gem.
dznutzgg
Santa Ana, OC, CA
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since Mar 16 2026

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Apr 6 2026 12:16PM     link to this

if you donate plasma they'll check your blood. 2 times a week max. no printout for records tho
makinbacon
LA, CA
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Apr 6 2026 12:32PM     link to this

Wow June, hope it is nothing serious.
Nurufiji
Garden Grove, OC, CA
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Apr 6 2026 12:35PM     link to this

I get tested every month but I can’t go a day without sex
uprightfun
Pasadena, SGV, LA, CA
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since Jun 16 2022

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Apr 6 2026 01:01PM     link to this

Every 3 for me
DahliaLove
Long Beach, LA, CA
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since Jan 6 2012

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Apr 6 2026 01:43PM     link to this

I actually get teated every 15 min! Just kidding!!!


I am not as active as some of you all, i guess i am just not that cool!

But I as so happy to see you all are getting out there and getting tested!

After all.. we are all on big happy family!

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