It detects the presence of dysplasia, which are abnormal cells that may indicate human papilloma virus as well. Often times, a couple will decide to get tested together. Penelope Hitchcock, chief of the sexually transmitted disease branch of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said that pap smears are extremely effective and must be emphasized. But Hitchcock does note that the study of STD frequency and treatment in men is often neglected. This is a nation in denial.
Women can also receive tests such as pap smears, cultures and blood tests.
Antibiotics can also be used for gonorrhea. HPV usually stays with a woman for life and genital warts can be transferred to a partner regardless of the symptoms. Topical medications such as podophyllin can be applied or laser surgery or freezing can be used to remove warts. They want to know that they're in a 'clean' relationship. Lamerand also noted that college-aged students seem very interested when STD screening tests are offered.