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Opening Times & Directions
Our sexual health clinics opening times, how to find us and travelling to thiis Birmingham STD Clinic.
Services We Offer
At Whittall St, we provide lots of different services to help you stay healthy when you’re sexually active.
Tests & Treatments for All STIs
Sexually transmitted infections (STI) test information. Get tested if you have had unprotected sex (without a condom).
Check Up Service
Get checked for infection with our sexual infection check for STD and STI even if you don’t have any symptoms.
Same Day HIV Testing
We can now provide HIV testing on the same day – in fact the new test takes just five minutes.
Pregnancy Testing
We offer free pregnancy testing for anyone who thinks they may be pregnant.
U21 Services
If you are under 21 you can come to ANY of our clinics at Whittall Street Clinic or satellite clinic services. We are happy to see people of any age who are already having or thinking about having sex.
Birmingham Sexual Health Clinics
At Whittall Street, we work with other clinics around Birmingham so you can go there if it’s more convenient.
A Visit to Whittall St
At Whittall Street Clinic we provide a free and confidential sexual health service to anyone who needs it.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
This section of the website is here to help you learn more about some of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and other conditions.
Bacterial Vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis – sometimes called BV – isn’t really very well understood.
Chlamydia
Chlamydia (Chlamydia trachomatis) is the most common bacterial, sexually transmitted infection. It is very easily treated and if found and treated early will not cause any long-term problems.
Gonorrhoea
Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection that can affect the penis, vagina, rectum and throat.
Cystitis
Cystitis is inflammation of the lining of the bladder as a result of infection, irritation or damage.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is an inflammation of the liver. It can be caused by alcohol and some drugs, but is more often caused by a virus.
Herpes
Genital herpes is caused by a virus, which is easily passed on from one person to another by sexual contact. Genital herpes is caused by a similar virus to the one that causes cold sores on the lips/mouth.
HIV & AIDS
HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. It is a virus that damages the body’s defence (immune) system over time so that it is unable to fight off infections.
HPV / Genital Warts
Genital warts are caused by a virus known as the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV).
LGV
LGV is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a specific type of chlamydia trachomatis.
Non-Specific Urethritis (NSU)
Non-specific Urethritis (NSU) is only found in men; it’s an inflammation of the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder). There are a number of different causes of NSU – hence the name ‘non-specific’.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) is caused by infections that get into the body through the cervix and spread into the pelvic cavity. PID can vary from a mild infection to a serious disorder.
Pubic Lice
Pubic lice are tiny parasitic insects that live in body hair. They are yellow grey and about 2mm long. They are often called “crabs” due to their appearance.
Scabies
Scabies is caused by tiny parasitic mites, about the size of a full stop. When passed to a person they burrow into the skin and lay eggs.
Syphilis
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection that often has no symptoms. Once it’s found it’s easily treated with antibiotics. If not found and treated, syphilis can cause long-term health problems.
Thrush
Thrush is a very common condition caused by a yeast which lives harmlessly on the skin and in the mouth, gut and vagina.
Trichomonas Vaginalis
Trichomonas vaginalis is a tiny parasite that causes an infection. In women the infection can be found in the vagina and the urethra (tube where urine comes out).
Symptoms
If you have any of the following symptoms, we would advise you to come in for a check up.
Contraception
Certain methods of contraception don’t just protect women from getting pregnant, but can also help avoid the transfer of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs).
Problem Page
So you think you may have caught something from a recent sexual partner but don’t know who to ask?
Healthcare Professionals
If you are a healthcare professional who needs to get in touch with us at Whittall St Clinic, please use the dedicated Healthcare Professional phone number.
About Us
Whittall Street is a sexual health clinic located in Birmingham City Centre. We are open to anyone who needs our services and are part of the Heart of Birmingham tPCT.
Contact Us
If you’d like to book an appointment with us at Whittall Street, please call on
0121 237 5700.
Research
We’re often involved in different research projects to help us understand more about STIs and their treatment.
Vacancies
We’re often looking for people to join our team here at Whittall St. From clinicians to administrative staff and other support roles, we employ over 100 people at this site.
Links
A list of Sexual Health Services.
