STI Clinics in Ireland (list in first post updated 10/08/2010)

LegacyUser

Went to the Guide clinic last Thursday and was given a note which states that on Tuesday and Thursdays "queueing begins at 9:30 AM and clinic begins at 1PM".
That info should really be on the website.

As an aside, does anyone know what the treatment for male genital warts is? They occur in some rather out of the way places!

fergalmejergal

haha hate to have genital warts !

Flamed Diving

fergalmejergal wrote: »

haha hate to have genital warts !

Perhaps if you ever get to experience coital you might pick them up!

fergalmejergal

Ohhhhhhh my Godddd ,

I am most offended ,

what ever will i doooo ??????

Nevyn

You will take your 1 month ban and learn to read the site rules and the charters of each forum.

LegacyUser

Decided to go get an STI screening later this week, I've been putting it off for a little while but feel it's something I want to do for my own peace of mind.

The thing is I'm symptom free and any exposure would be at least a year ago (I know there are lots of symptom free things that could still lurk though) but I'm terrified.

I started going out with someone in the last 6 months and all I can think is how would I tell him if I have something? We've known each other for years but I'm afraid this will scare the bejaysus out of him...

We've been fully protected for full sex but obviously have been fooling around otherwise.

Sorry for whining I just have the fear, heading to well woman during the week to suck it up Anyone any reviews of the place?

Bottle_of_Smoke

scared tester wrote: »

Decided to go get an STI screening later this week, I've been putting it off for a little while but feel it's something I want to do for my own peace of mind.

The thing is I'm symptom free and any exposure would be at least a year ago (I know there are lots of symptom free things that could still lurk though) but I'm terrified.

I started going out with someone in the last 6 months and all I can think is how would I tell him if I have something? We've known each other for years but I'm afraid this will scare the bejaysus out of him...

We've been fully protected for full sex but obviously have been fooling around otherwise.

Sorry for whining I just have the fear, heading to well woman during the week to suck it up Anyone any reviews of the place?

Get tested, if you're positive for anything pretend you had symptoms.

Or you could bring up the topic and ask if he's ever been tested, then say something like "i hear some infections can be symptomless, my mate blah had chlamydia with no symtoms, gonna get tested to be sure"

Flamed Diving

Well, this week I will be travelling back home to get tested because of the inadequacy of STI care in Dublin.

Econoline Van

Flamed Diving wrote: »

Well, this week I will be travelling back home to get tested because of the inadequacy of STI care in Dublin.

The service in St. James' is fantastic imo.

Flamed Diving

Econoline Van wrote: »

The service in St. James' is fantastic imo.

Ha! You really have no idea how bad it is. I tried twice to go there, did everything by the book, and both times I was sent home by some rude, unkempt, hoopy-earring receptionist because they couldn't see me. This was in spite of me turning up at 8.30am, on the second attempt, after they had me wait in an outdoor conservatory for an hour in the freezing cold.

Contrast this with the clinic back in Cork, where I rang for an appointment a few weeks in advance and arrived to friendly, professional staff, in a warm waiting room with a flat-screen TV on the wall. All in all, the process took two hours, start to finish. Compared to reported eight hour turnaround time at Jame's.

That clinic is a joke, and the fact that Dublin has only one free clinic is madness.

theredletter

I'm sure it's been discussed but the free Gay Men's Health Project on Baggot street is fantastic! They take 30 men on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The whole process takes three hours tops and it's professional, friendly and generally an enjoyable experience (yes, ENJOYABLE!). If you're a MSM go for it. You get free condoms and lube in the waiting room and they always put on something for the gays on the TV (like Oprah or something similar, some guys might not like that idea but come on they're trying to create a welcoming, gay-friendly atmosphere). Highly recommend it!

Flamed Diving

Ah, I'm not gay so I guess this was off the cards for me and the g/f. I will remove the above service from my rant!

theredletter

I know Dr Camish in Maynooth offers testing at a good price and he's supposedly a fantastic doctor! Just an idea too.

LegacyUser

Here you will find useful information and support in relation to all aspects of HIV/AIDS as well as STIs and sexual health.
Please Note Limited spaces available in walk in clinics
Other times available by appointment only

Health Protection Surveillance Centre
25-27 Middle Gardiner St
Dublin 1, Ireland.
t: +353 1 8765300
Email hpsc@hse.ie

Cork STI Clinic
021 4966844
Clinic Times:
Mon - Thurs 9 - 11.45am,
Wednesday 9 - 11.45am & 1.45 - 4.30pm

Cork University Hospital
Infectious Diseases
087 2361249
087 6996272

Clare STI Clinic
Ennis General Hospital
Ennis
Co Clare
Tel: 061 482382
Clinic Times: Mondays 9am - 12pm
(Appointment only)

Carlow STI Clinic
Carlow District Hospital
Tel: (051) 842646
Clinic Times: Tuesdays 12.30 - 1.30pm
(Appointment only)

Galway STI Clinic
Portiuncla Hospital
Ballinasloe
Co Galway
Tel: (090) 9624676
Clinic Times: Thursdays 2 - 5pm
(Appointment only)

STI Clinic in Galway
University College Hospital, Galway
091- 525200
Monday "walk in clinic" 2pm.
Wednesday "walk in clinics" 9am & 2pm.
(Friday 9am - 1pm is by appointment only)

Kerry STI Clinic
Tralee General Hospital
Tralee
Co Kerry
Tel: (021) 4966844
Clinic Times: Fridays 12 - 5.30pm
(Appointment only)

Limerick STI Clinic
Limerick Regional Hospital
Dooradoyle
Limerick
Tel: (061) 482382
Clinic Times: Tues & Thurs 9am - 5pm
(Appointment only)


Mayo STI Clinic
Mayo General Hospital
Castlebar
Co Mayo
Tel: (094 9021733
Clinic Times: Tuesdays
(Appointment only)

Sligo STI Clinic
Sligo Regional Hospital
The Mall
Sligo
Tel: (071) 9170473
Clinic Times: Tues & Thurs 6pm - 7pm
(Appointment only)
Located in Outpatients Dept waiting areas 3&4

Tipperary STI Clinic
Nenagh General Hospital
Nenagh
Co Tipperary
Tel: 061 482382
Clinic Times: Wednesdays 2 - 5pm
(Appointment only)

Tipperary Clonmel STI Clinic
South Tipperary Hospital
Clonmel
Tel: (051) 842646
Clinic Times: Wednesdays 2 - 3.30pm
(Appointment only)

Waterford STI Clinic
Waterford Regional Hospital
Waterford
Tel: (051) 842646
Clinic Times: Mon - Fri 9am - 12.30pm & 2 - 3pm
(Appointment only)

General Public HIV Testing
Baggot Street Clinic,
19 Haddington Road,
Dublin 4
(01) 669 9553

Mater Hospital
Infectious Diseases
Out Patient Department
North Circular Road
Dublin 7
( Appointment only)
Tel: 01 - 8032063
Entrance through A & E Gate

The GUIDE Clinic,
St. James's Hospital,
James's Street,
Dublin 8,
Tel: 01 - 416 2315
Tel: 01 - 416 2316

http://www.thinkcontraception.ie/think_game_banner.html

IzzyWizzy

Flamed Diving wrote: »

Ha! You really have no idea how bad it is. I tried twice to go there, did everything by the book, and both times I was sent home by some rude, unkempt, hoopy-earring receptionist because they couldn't see me. This was in spite of me turning up at 8.30am, on the second attempt, after they had me wait in an outdoor conservatory for an hour in the freezing cold.

Contrast this with the clinic back in Cork, where I rang for an appointment a few weeks in advance and arrived to friendly, professional staff, in a warm waiting room with a flat-screen TV on the wall. All in all, the process took two hours, start to finish. Compared to reported eight hour turnaround time at Jame's.

That clinic is a joke, and the fact that Dublin has only one free clinic is madness.

Totally agree. STI testing/care in Dublin is a joke. They really do make it as difficult as possible. Here in London, you can book a free, thorough STI screening with just a few days notice. You can even turn up without appointment if you're desperate and be seen. Apparently any medication or antibiotics are available there in the clinic at no cost to the patient. I generally find the NHS a bit rubbish but can't fault them on this. It's insane how difficult it is in Dublin. There are posters everywhere telling us to get checked for chlamydia, yet to do so, you need to take a day off work or pay close to 200 euro? What a joke.

LegacyUser

hi guys, i definately have something and i'm pretty worried, i cant help but fear its herpes, i have a bit of a flu, cold sores appearing and a wart thing on the head of my penis. Im thinking about doc freedman, but he might be a little expensive, any other suggestions. im in ranelagh. thanks in advance

Econoline Van

assured be wrote: »

hi guys, i definately have something and i'm pretty worried, i cant help but fear its herpes, i have a bit of a flu, cold sores appearing and a wart thing on the head of my penis. Im thinking about doc freedman, but he might be a little expensive, any other suggestions. im in ranelagh. thanks in advance

Get down to James' Street early tomorrow and give that a go. I had no problems and found it a grand service, if a little time consuming. Won't cost you a cent too.
Obviously others have had problems and I also agree it's ridiculous there's not more free places to go.

LegacyUser

Took a while to get it together and finally went to Well Woman to get full screening and got the all clear.

Just a note on the WW clinic. I've read some less than favourable reviews on here and just wanted to say that I couldn't have found the staff in their Coolock branch more helpful.

I called up and explained I was worried I was having an outbreak of something and they moved appointments around so I could be seen that afternoon

I saw the doctor who asked the usual: why are you getting tested/when did exposure happen/brief medical history re cervical cancer in family etc./recent partners/protection.

Did the tests all the time making conversation and very much putting me at ease.

Would highly recommend them. Testing is at 145 or 125 for students

http://www.wellwomancentre.ie

IzzyWizzy

Scared Tester wrote: »

Took a while to get it together and finally went to Well Woman to get full screening and got the all clear.

Just a note on the WW clinic. I've read some less than favourable reviews on here and just wanted to say that I couldn't have found the staff in their Coolock branch more helpful.

I called up and explained I was worried I was having an outbreak of something and they moved appointments around so I could be seen that afternoon

I saw the doctor who asked the usual: why are you getting tested/when did exposure happen/brief medical history re cervical cancer in family etc./recent partners/protection.

Did the tests all the time making conversation and very much putting me at ease.

Would highly recommend them. Testing is at 145 or 125 for students

http://www.wellwomancentre.ie

I hope you really were having an outbreak of something. If not, that's incredibly unethical as someone who had probably made an appointment well in advance or even someone who needed it more than you would have had to wait while you took their appointment.

LegacyUser

IzzyWizzy wrote: »

I hope you really were having an outbreak of something. If not, that's incredibly unethical as someone who had probably made an appointment well in advance or even someone who needed it more than you would have had to wait while you took their appointment.

While I understand your concern, I'd hardly be coming in to effectively boast on a public forum about it if that was the case. I understand your point but I think you may have misconstrued my point.

I called and explained my current situation and that led to them rearrange some appointments. They did NOT give me anyone else's appointment, just basically squeezed me in. The doctor was informed of the reason for this as well and discussed it with me when I went in.

I've been a member of boards for a long time now and, while I'm going un-regged for obvious reasons, would absolutely not condone anyone calling up and deceiving medical professionals in order to fast-track their appointment.

LegacyUser

I'm just looking for advice regarding the health centre at the royal victoria hospital in belfast.

It says that its a walk-in service, with doors opening at 7.30. Will I really need to get there that early?

I'm gonna be waiting there all day aren't I?!

LegacyUser

Hi i´m travelling around europe at the moment, and have discovered some lovely small white lumps on my anus, fairly sure i´ve got syphillis even though i havent received anal sex in almost a year and used protection. naturally im terrified, does anyone know of a list of clinics in france and spain?want to get this sorted asap before it gets any worse

dudara

@NotSoLovely - most guide books will feature a section on STD clinics etc.

LegacyUser

Hi all,

Just want to say thanks to everyone for the thread.

I recently did one or two silly things, and I think I may have a few symptoms (including being a little paranoid about the whole thing). I felt really alone until I read this thread.

Thanks

LegacyUser

Going anon for this.
Basically I had two bouts of unprotected sex last week with someone who could well be prostituting herself (pretty sure of that, actually.)
I was drunk and now I feel incredibly stupid and worried, mostly about HIV.
I have a partner and I haven't slept with her since because obviously I don't want to give her anything I may have caught.
I'm worried it can take 3 months before a surefire test for HIV? Is there no quicker way of getting a foolproof HIV test result? I'm willing to pay to know ASAP. If so, who in Dublin offers this service?

LegacyUser

The clinic in St.Jamses do the HIV test. It takes 2 weeks (I had also read somewhere that it takes 3 months, but they told me no). They can rush it if you look really nervous like I did. This was 2 weeks after the suspected incident.

IzzyWizzy

anom wrote: »

The clinic in St.Jamses do the HIV test. It takes 2 weeks (I had also read somewhere that it takes 3 months, but they told me no). They can rush it if you look really nervous like I did. This was 2 weeks after the suspected incident.

Yeah but you and Feeling stupid have missed the point here. I'm afraid either the staff at James' misunderstood you, you misunderstood them, or there has been some breakthrough the rest of us haven't heard about. It's not about the results of the test. It's about the window of time that needs to pass before an HIV test comes up positive. Generally, you need to wait 3 months to test because your body takes that long to develop the antibodies. Going in to get tested next week if the encounter was last week is of no use whatsoever. It will only tell you if you what your HIV status was three months ago. There are on-the-spot HIV tests available which take one minute to process, but again, you still need to wait the 3 months to have the test. I'm fairly sure about this, as I needed a routine HIV test along with other tests recently and they stressed that it was only accurate up to three months ago.

I would still recommend going in in a couple of weeks for the bacterial STI tests, as they will be accurate and most of them are treatable. And also, they are much more common and easily transmitted than HIV.

LegacyUser

hi,

To be honest my knowledge of this stuff was zero up until a few days ago.

The incident where I thought I may have been in danger of catching HIV was 2 and a half weeks before I was tested. I had no incidents in the previous 12 months that were considered in any way risky. I was informed after 2 days my HIV test was negative. They did mention further testing but that I was negative.

I did test positive for something a minor, but then again thats why I was there.

Like I said, my knowledge of this stuff is low. But the above is my what happened me in the last few days.

Thanks

Btw, the staff in there were brilliant, couldn't praise them enough. There was a lot of waiting, but for considering it's free it's a great service.

IzzyWizzy

anom wrote: »

hi,

To be honest my knowledge of this stuff was zero up until a few days ago.

The incident where I thought I may have been in danger of catching HIV was 2 and a half weeks before I was tested. I had no incidents in the previous 12 months that were considered in any way risky. I was informed after 2 days my HIV test was negative. They did mention further testing but that I was negative.

I did test positive for something a minor, but then again thats why I was there.

Like I said, my knowledge of this stuff is low. But the above is my what happened me in the last few days.

Thanks

Btw, the staff in there were brilliant, couldn't praise them enough. There was a lot of waiting, but for considering it's free it's a great service.

But if you think you did have a risk of HIV, you should go back in 3 months because that test doesn't count at all if the incident you're worried about happened 2 1/2 weeks earlier. I'm surprised they didn't make this clear. I know a lot about it because my friend got a needle stick injury a few years ago and she had to go back 3 times in total to be sure she hadn't got anything.

Uriel.

IzzyWizzy wrote: »

Yeah but you and Feeling stupid have missed the point here. I'm afraid either the staff at James' misunderstood you, you misunderstood them, or there has been some breakthrough the rest of us haven't heard about. It's not about the results of the test. It's about the window of time that needs to pass before an HIV test comes up positive. Generally, you need to wait 3 months to test because your body takes that long to develop the antibodies. Going in to get tested next week if the encounter was last week is of no use whatsoever. It will only tell you if you what your HIV status was three months ago. There are on-the-spot HIV tests available which take one minute to process, but again, you still need to wait the 3 months to have the test. I'm fairly sure about this, as I needed a routine HIV test along with other tests recently and they stressed that it was only accurate up to three months ago.

I would still recommend going in in a couple of weeks for the bacterial STI tests, as they will be accurate and most of them are treatable. And also, they are much more common and easily transmitted than HIV.

I would imagine either the poster or the Doctors in this case are not talking about the ELISA antibody tests - but rather the HIV particle test - i.e. testing for the virus before the antibodies develop.

Such a test has to be done generally within 10 days of potential exposure as looks for the virus itself. However, this type of test while used widely in America in conjunction with antibody tests is not an approved diagnostic test and is used only to monitor the level of infection in the blood. It has been quote as being very accurate within the 10 day timeframe but not accurate enough to give peace of mind. 3 months standard ELISA antibody test will do that for you.

I think I have seen it quoted that the "particle test" is 90ish% accurate depending on the individual circumstances - and is imporving all the time, so if the OP got this done then it would provide huge peace of mind but not enough to rely on confidentally. Near 100% confidence is only achieved in excess of 13 weeks from exposure through the ELISA tests.

Having said all of that OP - the chances of HIV infection in your situation are tiny and you will most likely have dodged a bullet. But be careful in future. It is not worth the risk.

All the best.