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STDs<\/span><\/nav>\n<div class=\"cnd-hero-grid\">\n<div><span class=\"cnd-kicker\">Private consultation \u00b7 sexual health<\/span><\/p>\n<h1 class=\"cnd-hero-title\">STIs and STDs: confidential medical guidance and treatment<\/h1>\n<p class=\"cnd-lead\">If you have had a risk exposure, have symptoms, or a partner has been diagnosed, a doctor can guide you about timing, treatment, and the next step.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cnd-actions\"><a class=\"cnd-btn cnd-primary cms-esDesktopBook\" href=\"https:\/\/doctor-in-portugal.setmore.com\/\">Book consultation<\/a><a class=\"cnd-btn cnd-secondary\" href=\"#explora-its\">Explore possible diagnoses<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-price\"><strong data-cms-price=\"consult\"><\/strong><span>online medical consultation \u00b7 electronic prescription if applicable<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-visual\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Consulta-medica-virtual-en-casa-1.png\" alt=\"Private online medical consultation on STIs and STDs\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"cnd-visual-note\"><strong>No in-person appointment needed<\/strong><span>Private consultation by video or telephone from Portugal.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-facts\">\n<div class=\"cnd-fact\"><span class=\"cnd-fact-icon cnd-icon-blue\">\u25f7<\/span><\/p>\n<div><b>Same day assessment<\/b><span>According to available schedules.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-fact\"><span class=\"cnd-fact-icon cnd-icon-violet\">\u2709<\/span><\/p>\n<div><b>prescription via PEM<\/b><span>Only when clinically indicated.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-fact\"><span class=\"cnd-fact-icon cnd-icon-green\">\u2713<\/span><\/p>\n<div><b>Private and confidential<\/b><span>Talk directly to the doctor.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-fact\"><span class=\"cnd-fact-icon cnd-icon-amber\">\u21bb<\/span><\/p>\n<div><b>Responsible monitoring<\/b><span>Review if you do not improve or symptoms change.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"cnd-section\">\n<div class=\"cnd-shell\">\n<div class=\"cnd-head\"><span class=\"cnd-kicker\">What is it<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What are sexually transmitted infections?<\/h2>\n<p>STIs can be transmitted during vaginal, anal, or oral sexual contact. Some cause discharge, pain, ulcers or rashes, but many cause no symptoms. A medical assessment is needed to confirm the cause.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-grid\">\n<article class=\"cnd-card\"><span class=\"cnd-icon\">\u25c9<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Flow or discomfort<\/h3>\n<p>Unusual discharge, painful urination, itching, or pelvic pain may require medical assessment.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"cnd-card\"><span class=\"cnd-icon\">\u21bb<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Lesions or rash<\/h3>\n<p>Blisters, sores, warts, or genital rash should be evaluated.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"cnd-card\"><span class=\"cnd-icon\">\u2713<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Also without symptoms<\/h3>\n<p>A risk exposure may warrant medical advice even if you feel well.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"senales-alarma\" class=\"cnd-section cnd-soft\">\n<div class=\"cnd-shell\">\n<div class=\"cnd-alert\"><span class=\"cnd-icon\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<h2>When you need urgent or in-person care<\/h2>\n<p>An online consultation should not delay urgent care. Seek urgent medical help if you have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>possible exposure to HIV in the last 72 hours: seek urgent care to evaluate PEP;<\/li>\n<li>severe pelvic pain, fever, fainting, heavy bleeding, or painful pregnancy;<\/li>\n<li>sudden or intense testicular pain or swelling;<\/li>\n<li>recent sexual assault: go to an urgent or specialized service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-top:10px\"><strong>In an emergency, call 112.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"cnd-section\">\n<div class=\"cnd-shell\">\n<div class=\"cnd-split\">\n<div class=\"cnd-panel\"><span class=\"cnd-kicker\">Clinical assessment<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What the doctor will check<\/h2>\n<p>The decision is based on your symptoms, history and risk level:<\/p>\n<div class=\"cnd-checks\">\n<div class=\"cnd-check\">Type and date of exposure and condom use.<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-check\">Symptoms, possible pregnancy and contraceptive method.<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-check\">Previous diagnoses, vaccinations and history of STIs.<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-check\">Medications, allergies and recent treatments.<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-check\">What assessment, treatment or referral is appropriate.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-panel\"><span class=\"cnd-kicker\">Online consultation<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Start with a telephone or video consultation<\/h2>\n<div class=\"cnd-online-body\">\n<div>\n<p>The online consultation can assess risk and organise the next step. Depending on the exposure, a sexual health clinic, an in-person examination or a laboratory assessment may be necessary.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cnd-note\">Avoid sex without a condom until you receive guidance and, where appropriate, results and treatment.<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-actions\"><a class=\"cnd-btn cnd-primary cms-esDesktopBook\" href=\"https:\/\/doctor-in-portugal.setmore.com\/\">Talk to a doctor<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<picture class=\"cnd-consult-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Consulta-medica-virtual-en-casa-1.png\" alt=\"Medical consultation by phone or video\" width=\"1200\" height=\"906\"><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"cnd-section cnd-soft\">\n<div class=\"cnd-shell\">\n<div class=\"cnd-head\"><span class=\"cnd-kicker\">Treatment<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>STI guidance and treatment<\/h2>\n<p>Treatment depends on the diagnosis, your history, allergies, medication and possible contraindications. The consultation does not guarantee a prescription.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-treatment\">\n<article>\n<h3>Individual assessment<\/h3>\n<p>The appropriate next step depends on the possible infection, the site of exposure and the time elapsed.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"cnd-tag\">Individual decision<\/span><\/article>\n<article>\n<h3>Specific treatment<\/h3>\n<p>Antibiotics, antivirals or other treatments are only indicated according to the diagnosis and clinical assessment.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"cnd-tag\">Individual decision<\/span><\/article>\n<article>\n<h3>Couples and prevention<\/h3>\n<p>It may be necessary to inform and treat partners, use condoms, and review vaccines or HIV prevention.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"cnd-tag\">Individual decision<\/span><\/article>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-note\">Do not use leftover medication or repeat an old treatment on your own. If medication is prescribed, you will receive the private electronic prescription through PEM to use it in pharmacies in Portugal.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"cmsc-section cmsc-process\">\n<div class=\"cmsc-container\">\n<div class=\"cmsc-heading\">\n<p>            <span class=\"cmsc-eyebrow\"><br \/>\n                This is how it works<br \/>\n            <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>\n                From booking to consultation in three steps<br \/>\n            <\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"cmsc-process-grid\">\n<p>            <!-- STEP 1 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"cmsc-step\">\n<div class=\"cmsc-step-top\">\n<p>                    <span class=\"cmsc-step-number\"><br \/>\n                        01<br \/>\n                    <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"cmsc-step-icon\">\n<p>                        <svg viewbox=\"0 0 40 40\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <rect x=\"5\" y=\"8\" width=\"30\" height=\"27\" rx=\"4\"><\/rect><\/p>\n<path d=\"M5 15h30M13 5v7M27 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.sti-results{max-height:390px}\n}\n<\/style>\n<section id=\"cms-sti-hub\" aria-labelledby=\"sti-hub-title\"><span id=\"explora-its\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"sti-panel\">\n<p class=\"sti-kicker\">Confidential guidance<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sti-hub-title\">Explore symptoms and types of STIs<\/h2>\n<p class=\"sti-lead\">Write a symptom or an infection. You will see indicative information and the type of medical assessment that is usually considered.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sti-search-wrap\">\n   <label class=\"sti-search-label\" for=\"sti-search\">Search by symptom or infection<\/label><br \/>\n   <input id=\"sti-search\" class=\"sti-search\" type=\"search\" placeholder=\"Ex.: pain, discharge, warts, burning when urinating...\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-controls=\"sti-results\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><br \/>\n   <span class=\"sti-search-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2315<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"sti-results\" id=\"sti-results\" role=\"listbox\" aria-label=\"Indicative results\" aria-live=\"polite\">\n    <a class=\"sti-result\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/gonorrhoea\/\" data-terms=\"gonorrea gonococo pus pus pene pus en pene secrecion secreciones secrecion pene secrecion del pene flujo flujo uretral liquido fluido descarga gotas supuracion supura pene penis uretra uretral punta glande vagina vaginal amarillo amarilla verde olor mal olor ardor escozor quemazon irritacion picor orinar orina dolor al orinar dolor orinar dolor pene dolor en pene dolor punta pene dolor pelvico testiculo testicular rectal garganta sexo oral\"><span class=\"sti-result-icon\">g<\/span><span class=\"sti-result-copy\"><strong>Gonorrhoea<\/strong><small>Possible STI<\/small><span>Discharge, pain when urinating, or exposure without symptoms.<\/span><\/span><\/a><br \/>\n    <a class=\"sti-result\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/chlamydia\/\" data-terms=\"clamidia flujo secrecion secreciones liquido descarga pene uretra vagina vaginal ardor escozor quemazon orinar orina dolor al orinar dolor orinar dolor pelvico sangrado sangrado entre reglas testiculo testicular dolor testicular sin sintomas\"><span class=\"sti-result-icon\">c<\/span><span class=\"sti-result-copy\"><strong>Chlamydia<\/strong><small>Possible STI<\/small><span>It may not cause symptoms; medical advice may still be appropriate.<\/span><\/span><\/a><br \/>\n    <a class=\"sti-result\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/genital-herpes\/\" data-terms=\"herpes genital pene penis glande vulva vagina ampolla ampollas llaga llagas ulcera ulceras herida heridas grano granos dolor picor pica hormigueo ardor irritacion brote\"><span class=\"sti-result-icon\">h<\/span><span class=\"sti-result-copy\"><strong>genital herpes<\/strong><small>Possible STI<\/small><span>Blisters, sores, pain, itching or tingling.<\/span><\/span><\/a><br \/>\n    <a class=\"sti-result\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/syphilis\/\" data-terms=\"sifilis pene penis genital vulva vagina llaga llagas ulcera ulceras herida chancro indolora erupcion palmas plantas ganglios embarazo\"><span class=\"sti-result-icon\">Yes<\/span><span class=\"sti-result-copy\"><strong>Syphilis<\/strong><small>Possible STI<\/small><span>Painless sore, rash, or risky exposure.<\/span><\/span><\/a><br \/>\n    <a class=\"sti-result\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/trichomoniasis\/\" data-terms=\"tricomoniasis flujo amarillo verde espumoso olor picor irritacion ardor orinar dolor sin sintomas\"><span class=\"sti-result-icon\">T<\/span><span class=\"sti-result-copy\"><strong>Trichomoniasis<\/strong><small>Possible STI<\/small><span>Discharge, irritation, odor, or discomfort when urinating.<\/span><\/span><\/a><br \/>\n    <a class=\"sti-result\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/hpv-genital-warts\/\" data-terms=\"vph virus papiloma humano pene penis glande vulva vagina verruga verrugas verruca verrucas genital genitales bulto bultos lesion lesiones cuello uterino condiloma condilomas\"><span class=\"sti-result-icon\">V<\/span><span class=\"sti-result-copy\"><strong>HPV and genital warts<\/strong><small>Possible STI<\/small><span>Warts, lumps or genital lesions.<\/span><\/span><\/a><br \/>\n    <a class=\"sti-result\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/hiv\/\" data-terms=\"vih exposicion riesgo pep prep preservativo roto agresion sexual 72 horas prueba fiebre erupcion ganglios\"><span class=\"sti-result-icon\">HIV<\/span><span class=\"sti-result-copy\"><strong>HIV and recent exposure<\/strong><small>Attention according to the deadline<\/small><span>Recent exposure may require urgent attention.<\/span><\/span><\/a><br \/>\n    <a class=\"sti-result sti-other\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/telehealth\/online-doctor\/\" data-terms=\"infeccion urinaria infeccion de orina infeccion tracto urinario itu cistitis dolor al orinar dolor orinar dolor miccion ardor al orinar ardor orinar escozor al orinar escozor orinar quemazon orinar orina miccion frecuencia urgencia urinaria ganas orinar muchas veces abdomen bajo vejiga sangre orina hematuria orina turbia olor fuerte\"><span class=\"sti-result-icon\">u<\/span><span class=\"sti-result-copy\"><strong>Urinary infection or cystitis<\/strong><small>Another possible cause<\/small><span>Pain or burning when urinating, urinary urgency and frequency.<\/span><\/span><\/a><br \/>\n    <a class=\"sti-result sti-other\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/telehealth\/online-doctor\/\" data-terms=\"prostatitis prostata dolor pelvico perineal perineo pene penis testiculo testicular dolor al orinar dolor orinar ardor orinar fiebre chorro urinario dificultad orinar\"><span class=\"sti-result-icon\">Q<\/span><span class=\"sti-result-copy\"><strong>Prostatitis<\/strong><small>Another possible cause<\/small><span>Pelvic or perineal pain, fever or urinary discomfort.<\/span><\/span><\/a><br \/>\n    <a class=\"sti-result sti-other\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/telehealth\/online-doctor\/\" data-terms=\"vaginitis dolor picor pica flujo secrecion irritacion vagina vaginal vulva olor mal olor ardor escozor quemazon\"><span class=\"sti-result-icon\">V<\/span><span class=\"sti-result-copy\"><strong>Vaginitis<\/strong><small>Another possible cause<\/small><span>Vaginal itching, irritation, pain, discharge or odor.<\/span><\/span><\/a><br \/>\n    <a class=\"sti-result sti-urgent\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/telehealth\/online-doctor\/\" data-terms=\"dolor testicular fiebre dolor pelvico intenso embarazo sangrado urgencia desmayo\"><span class=\"sti-result-icon\">!<\/span><span class=\"sti-result-copy\"><strong>Warning signs<\/strong><small>In-person or urgent care<\/small><span>Intense pain, fever or sudden testicular swelling.<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n   <\/div>\n<p class=\"sti-empty\" id=\"sti-empty\">We didn&#8217;t find an exact match. You can book a confidential consultation so that the doctor can assess your situation and recommend the appropriate next step.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"sti-note\"><strong>It is not a diagnosis.<\/strong> The search engine shows indicative possibilities. Confirmation requires an individual medical assessment.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sti-grid\" aria-label=\"STI guides\">\n   <a class=\"sti-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/gonorrhoea\/\"><span class=\"sti-icon\">g<\/span><b>Gonorrhoea<\/b><span>Symptoms, treatment and advice for partners.<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n   <a class=\"sti-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/chlamydia\/\"><span class=\"sti-icon\">c<\/span><b>Chlamydia<\/b><span>When to seek advice even if there are no symptoms.<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n   <a class=\"sti-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/genital-herpes\/\"><span class=\"sti-icon\">h<\/span><b>genital herpes<\/b><span>Outbreaks, transmission and treatment options.<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n   <a class=\"sti-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/syphilis\/\"><span class=\"sti-icon\">Yes<\/span><b>Syphilis<\/b><span>Phases, diagnosis and why to treat it soon.<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n   <a class=\"sti-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/trichomoniasis\/\"><span class=\"sti-icon\">T<\/span><b>Trichomoniasis<\/b><span>Symptoms, treatment and advice for couples.<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n   <a class=\"sti-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/hpv-genital-warts\/\"><span class=\"sti-icon\">V<\/span><b>HPV and warts<\/b><span>Injuries, prevention and when to consult.<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n   <a class=\"sti-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.costamedicalservices.com\/portugal\/sti-std\/hiv\/\"><span class=\"sti-icon\">HIV<\/span><b>HIV<\/b><span>Assessment, PEP, prevention and monitoring.<\/span><\/a>\n   <\/div>\n<div class=\"sti-cta\">\n<div>\n<h3>Talk to a doctor confidentially<\/h3>\n<p>Consultation by phone or video. 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class=\"cnd-kicker\">Frequently asked questions<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>STIs and STDs and online consultation<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cnd-faq\">\n<details>\n<summary>Can I have an STI without symptoms?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes. Many STIs do not cause symptoms, so medical advice may still be appropriate after an exposure.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>When should I seek medical advice?<\/summary>\n<p>It depends on the possible infection, the date of exposure and whether symptoms are present. The doctor can explain the safest next step and whether an in-person assessment is needed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Does online consultation replace a sexual health clinic?<\/summary>\n<p>Not always. You can guide and coordinate, but samples, scans and some treatments require in-person care.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How much does the consultation cost?<\/summary>\n<p>The price is <strong data-cms-price=\"consult\"><\/strong>. Medication, laboratory assessment and in-person care are paid separately.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"cnd-shell cnd-sources\"><strong>Clinical sources:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/sexually-transmitted-infections-stis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NHS \u2014 sexually transmitted infections<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/pem.spms.min-saude.pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PEM \u2014 private electronic prescription<\/a>. 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