Expert Care for Sexually Transmitted Infections in Brazil
We offer confidential same-day teleconsultations, helping with STI testing, treatment, and prevention anywhere in Brazil. Skip queues, language barriers, and unnecessary travel with convenient online STI care.
Our approach for STI Treatment
When it comes to treating STIs, My Brazilian Doctor adopts the approach based on Syndromic Management which is based in evidences and in accordance with International Protocols. It means is it possible to recommend appropriate treatment and, when clinically indicated, issue a prescription safelly based on your symptoms, allowing timely treatment and not delaying until lab tests are available and ready to be released.
These medicatioins are commonly available at pharmacies throughout Brazil, making it easier for you to begin the recommended treatment when clinically indicated and you receive an online prescription after your videoconsultation. This document is signed with a digital certificate and is valid on any pharmacies in Brazil.
If your doctor determines that an antibiotic injection is clinically indicated, a prescription can be issued and we can assist in locating a suitable place for administration. In some locations across Brazil, health professionals in pharmacies can administer the injection, or we can guide you to a nearby health center where you can receive it. To facilitate communication and expedite the process, we can provide a referral letter in Portuguese.
Concurrently, we'll also request laboratory tests as soon as you can get access to it, and confirm the diagnosis and tailor future additional interventions.
Syndromic Management for STIs is an evidence-based approach that is widespread by many trustworthy institutions, including World Health Organization.
Digital prescription: Following your consultation and when clinically indicated, your docotr issues a legally valid digital prescription signed via Bird-ID (ICP-Brasil standards). This secure document is sent directly to your email and is accepted at every pharmacy across Brazil, with no need for paper documents.
STI Testing
During your consultation, the doctor will evaluate your symptoms and risk factors to determine what tests are appropriate for you, always considering STI prevalence in Brazil.
Sometimes it can seems that test request is simple, however, It is important to remember that there is a wide range of STDs tests and methods considering different infections and methods used.
That is why labs in Brazil require a medical request indicating what is the specific test to be done. This avoid a present infection not being detected (false-positive) or preventing waste of time and money doing a wrong test.
With a teleconsultation our doctor will identify the tests recommended, and you will receive a digitally signed medical request, enabling you to get the best option test for your case.
Depending on the specific STI, tests may include blood, urine, or secretion samples (if they are present). Some diseases can be tested through swabs, which can be urethral, vaginal, anal or from the through, considering sexual activity and the human sexual diversity. That is one more reason it is important the test to be specific and chosing the right options should count with a trained health professional.
The choice of test also depends if symptoms are present of not, and the time elapsed since the unprotected sexual encounter.
Conveniently, we can identify labs close to your location in Brazil to streamline the testing process. It's essential to note that Brazilian laboratories require a medical request to proceed with any STI testing.
When your results are released you will have a follow-up contact with our doctor (without any extra cost) to fully understand it and check if any other measures are required. All the assistance provide will be in English.
STI Prevention
While treatment and testing are crucial, prevention is the best medicine. At My Brazilian Doctor consultation the doctor can identify and prescribe useful vaccinations tailored to your profile against certain STIs (such as HPV and Hepatitis A & B Vaccine). HPV vaccination is beneficial to prevent HPV strains related to increased risk of cancers. If you had a recent sexual contact without protection we can also guide you on how to start PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis), if clinically indicated, and we can assist you on the process to access these medication.
Let My Brazilian Doctor be your trusted partner in STI management, offering a comprehensive, confidential, and convenient service.
Written by Dr. Fábio Luiz Vieira, MD (Family Medicine Specialist, RQE 31053).
Medically reviewed by Dra. Anete Augusta Fioranelli de Paula, MD (Internal Medicine Specialist, CRM 94656). Last updated: January 28, 2026.
Responsible for the content:
Dr. Fabio L Vieira is a Family Physician licensed in Brazil, with over 20 years of experience across Brazilian and UK healthcare systems. He holds a master’s degree from Imperial College London and has a strong clinical interest in sexually transmitted infections and travel-related healthcare. As principal consultant at My Brazilian Doctor, he provides personalized care for English-speaking travelers and expatriates in Brazil.
