ensure the infection has been successfully treated, is not routinely offered if the patient and partner have been treated simultaneously and abstained from sex for 7 days after treatment. Patients can have a repeat test 6 weeks after treatment for reassurance. Retreatment and/or retesting may be needed if there has been exposure to an untreated partner. If the test result is inconclusive or the sample has leaked in transit, Sexual Health Sheffield will contact the patient and recommend a repeat test. Treatment for positive diagnoses First line treatment will be Azithromycin 1gm (4 x 250 mgm tablets) taken all at once at the treatment site as this ensures that the tablets have been taken. If the partner/s have not been treated at the same time, they are advised to abstain from sex (or to use condoms) until their partner has received treatment. Postal pack contents explained The pack contains: Chlamydia screening information leaflet Instructions on how to provide a sample for chlamydia / gonorrhoea screening A request form for contact details with explanation of specimen collection on the front Specimen collection kit (either vaginal specimen swab and tube or urine specimen collection tube) Specimen bag Pen Postal box for returning the sample 5.4 Signposting In addition to pregnancy testing, condoms, and chlamydia and gonorrhoea screening, young people may need more specialist sexual health support that cannot
It is important to ensure young people are aware of the full range of contraception choices available. The most effective methods of preventing unplanned pregnancy are those that are ‘long-acting’ and do not rely on a pill being taken every day or a condom being used every time. LARC methods include implants (Nexplanon), an injection (Depo Provera), and Intrauterine Contraceptive Devices (IUD / Copper Coil or IUS / Mirena). - the contraceptive implant is a small plastic rod that is placed under the skin of the upper arm. This is inserted by a doctor or nurse and works for 3 years by releasing a small dose of hormones into the bloodstream - the contraception injection is an injection of hormones given every 12 weeks - the Intrauterine Device (IUD or Copper Coil) is a plastic and copper device that is fitted into the womb by a doctor or nurse and can stay in place between 5-10 years -the Intrauterine System (IUS or Mirena) is similar to the IUD but contains a slow release hormone and works for 5 years. If a young woman would like to discuss LARC or have one of the methods fitted, contact Sexual Health Sheffield on 0114 226 8888. 5.44. Services for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) young people If a young person you are working with would like support about their sexuality or gender identity, the Sheena Amos Youth Trust (SAYiT) provides support, information and opportunities for young people under 25 who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender. Phone: 0114 241 2728 / website: . Sexual Health Sheffield also provides sexual health support for gay and bisexual men. Website To keep updated on services provided by Sexual Health Sheffield in terms of new developments or changes to clinic times, go to the website. 6. Ordering / monitoring and reporting Copies of the following are available to download via the website: Registration / Risk Assessment form (for consultation with young person)
Appendix D Outreach Services - Stock Request Form Name of Outreach Service Name of Person Requesting supplies Date Address Tel: Email: Requested Collection Date (please allow up to 7 days for collection of non-clinical supplies – clinical supplies will be delivered direct) Item Quantity Case Qty Part code CLINICAL EXS Regular Condoms 144 EXSREG-144 EXS Extra Condoms 144 EXSEXTSA EXS Mixed Flavour Condoms 144 EXSMIXED-144 Mates Skyn Condoms (latex-free) 72 MTSKYN72 EXS Clear Paraben free Lube 5ml sachets 100 EXSCLEARSACH Mixed Flavour Dams 36 DENTALDAMLATEX Pregnancy Test Dip and Read 50 LTCPREGSTRIP Urine Bottles 30 UNIVERSAL30ML NON CLINICAL Sexual Health Sheffield information credit cards Youth Clinic Cards Fast Track/Star Cards Max 30 Postal Chlamydia/Gonorrhoea kits Other sexual health leaflets – order Please email to: sexualhealthadmin@sth.nhs.uk