Question 1

Can an STI go away on its own?

Accepted Answer

STIs are unlikely to go away without treatment. For certain infections like trichomoniasis, the infection may cure itself in rare cases, but you risk passing the infection on to someone else if you're not treated.

Question 2

What will happen if an STI is left untreated?

Accepted Answer

Left untreated, infection can spread to other organs, such as the prostate or cervix, and become more serious infections like Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID). The inflammation and scarring from these more serious infections can also potentially contribute to infertility. In some women, symptoms may not appear for up to 28 days after infection, while in others symptoms arise almost immediately, so if you're experiencing symptoms it's best to have them checked out by a doctor right away.

Question 3

How serious is an STI?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the infection and how long it goes untreated. STIs like trichomoniasis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia can typically be easily cured with a round of antibiotics. However, letting these infections go untreated can lead to complications, and opportunities to pass the infection on to others. Untreated STIs also make it more likely that you will contract other, more serious, infections. For example, trichomoniasis can cause genital inflammation that makes it easier to get infected with HIV, or to pass the HIV virus on to a sex partner.

Question 4

How does STI consultation work?

Accepted Answer

Online STI Consultation allows you to speak with a licensed medical provider about your symptoms and avoid costly Urgent Care bills to request lab testing. Once you begin a consultation, our experts will order your lab test to screen for STIs and, if safe and appropriate, prescribe immediate treatment to relieve STI symptoms.

Question 5

Will Wisp help me if I don’t have any symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We’re here to help everyone. Feel free to ask questions and request a lab referral if you are interested in getting screened for STIs, even if you do not have symptoms.

Question 6

Do I need insurance?

Accepted Answer

Nope! Our pricing is set to ensure access to medical care for everyone, regardless of insurance. Medication may be an additional cost at the pharmacy but can be billed to insurance if you have it. Pharmacy-specific discounts are available here. STI lab testing has an additional cost that varies by provider and may be covered with insurance.

Question 7

What information do I need to provide after placing my order?

Accepted Answer

Patients need to provide the following so our providers can verify that treatments will be safe and effective:
A current/ valid form of ID
Height and weight
A list of current medications
A list of any drug allergies
A list of current diagnoses or conditions for taking prescriptive medications
For hormonal treatments, patients may need to provide:
Blood pressure readings taken within the last year (required for combination birth control pills)
The date of your last menstrual period
_Disclaimer: Additional lab and/or diagnostics (like photos) may be required based on treatment request_

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