STI AI

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Helfie's STI AI helps assess your symptoms for signs of sexually transmitted infections. Quickly. Privately.

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What is STI AI?

Helfie's STI AI is a private, anonymous AI screening tool that analyses your symptoms for signs of sexually transmitted infections including gonorrhoea, herpes, syphilis, genital warts, vaginosis, and cystitis, plus more, in seconds.

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Helfie STI AI - Accuracy You Can Trust

  • Gonorrhea (Men)

  • Herpes (Men)

  • Syphilis (Men)

  • Warts (Men)

  • Vaginosis (Women)

  • Cystitis (Women)

  • Herpes (Women)

  • Warts (Women)

How it works STI AI

Helfie's STI AI is designed to be a simple, private, and accessible screening tool, providing personalised risk assessments within seconds.

You'll be guided through a series of questions about recent sexual activity, symptoms, and history. You may also compare symptoms with reference images for added clarity.

Your responses are then processed by clinically validated algorithms, developed with Monash University and Alfred Health, to generate a tailored risk profile. This delivers a comprehensive, data-driven assessment of sexual health, along with clear next-step recommendations such as testing or seeking care.

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STI AI - The Facts

Helfie STI AI — Pelvic Inflammatory Disease - PID

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease - PID

In Brief

A common and serious condition that affects women’s reproductive organs. PID occurs when bacteria spread from the vagina or cervix to the uterus, fallopian tubes, and other reproductive organs. The infection can cause inflammation, pain, and scarring of the reproductive organs, which can lead to long-term health problems, including infertility. Read More…

Why Check?

If you have any concerns, early detection, diagnosis and treatment of PID are crucial to prevent long-term health complications, such as infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and chronic pelvic pain

Helfie STI AI — Genital Herpes - Men & Women

Genital Herpes - Men & Women

In Brief

Genital herpes is an STI caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). In men and women, genital herpes can cause outbreaks of painful blisters or sores in the genital or anal area, itching or tingling in the genital or anal area, burning or pain during urination and flu-like symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, and headache. Read More…

Why Check?

If left untreated, genital herpes can cause discomfort, itching, and burning. In some cases, they can also lead to long-term health problems, such as precancerous changes in the genital area or cervical cancer.

Helfie STI AI — Genital Warts - Women

Genital Warts - Women

In Brief

A common sexually transmitted infection (STI) is caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). In women, genital warts can occur on the vulva, vagina, cervix, or anus. They typically appear as small, flesh-coloured or grey growths and can be raised or flat, single or multiple, and small or large. Read More…

Why Check?

If left untreated, genital warts can cause discomfort, itching, and burning. In some cases, they can also lead to long-term health problems, such as precancerous changes in the genital area or cervical cancer.

Helfie STI AI — Genital Warts - Men

Genital Warts - Men

In Brief

Genital warts in men are caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are highly contagious through sexual contact. They appear as small, flesh-coloured or gray bumps on or around the genital and anal areas. Diagnosis is typically done through visual examination by a healthcare provider. While there is no cure for the HPV itself, treatment options are available to manage genital warts, such as topical creams, freezing, burning, or surgical removal. Prevention measures include HPV vaccination and practicing safe sex with condom use. Regular check-ups and STI testing are essential for sexually active individuals to detect and manage genital warts and other infections. Read More…

Why Check?

For your health and the health of your sexual partner(s). Regular health check-ups are a critical aspect of maintaining overall well-being and staying proactive about our health. These check-ups provide an opportunity for healthcare providers to detect any potential health issues early, often before symptoms become evident. Early detection allows for timely intervention and appropriate treatment, leading to improved health outcomes. During these check-ups, healthcare professionals offer preventive care measures, vaccinations, and screenings to prevent certain diseases or detect any existing conditions. They also assess and monitor chronic health conditions, adjusting treatment plans as needed to prevent complications. Building a relationship with our healthcare providers through regular visits fosters open communication, trust, and personalized care. Additionally, age-specific screenings and mental health assessments ensure a comprehensive evaluation of our health status. By prioritizing regular health check-ups, we take active control of our well-being and make informed decisions to lead healthier and happier lives.

Helfie STI AI — Genital Urethral Gonorrhoea (UD) - Women

Genital Urethral Gonorrhoea (UD) - Women

In Brief

Urethral gonorrhoea in women is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoea. It is transmitted through sexual contact and can cause symptoms such as burning during urination, increased urination frequency, pelvic pain, and abnormal vaginal discharge. Diagnosis is done through testing urine or swabs from the urethra, cervix, or throat. Treatment involves antibiotics, and partner notification is crucial. Prevention includes practicing safe sex with condom use. Prompt medical attention is important to prevent complications and further transmission. Read More…

Why Check?

STIs like urethral gonorrhea in women. Early detection is crucial for timely treatment and prevention of complications. This check aims to provide reliable information, resources, and support to empower individuals in making informed decisions about their sexual health. It encourages open conversations with healthcare providers and fosters a healthier and safer community. users can access informative content on sexual health, prevention, and ways to lead a fulfilling and empowered life.

Helfie STI AI — Nongonococcal Urethritis (NGU) - Men

Nongonococcal Urethritis (NGU) - Men

In Brief

NGU is a sexually transmitted infection caused by pathogens other than the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae (gonorrhea). NGU can cause symptoms such as discharge from the penis, burning or pain during urination, and itching or irritation at the tip of the penis. Read More…

Why Check?

If Nongonococcal Urethritis (NGU) is not treated, it can lead to the spread of the infection, complications in reproductive health, chronic pain, and increased risk of other STIs. Early treatment with antibiotics is important to prevent these negative outcomes and ensure the best health outcomes.

Helfie STI AI — Primary Syphilis - Men

Primary Syphilis - Men

In Brief

In men, Primary syphilis can present as a painless sore or ulcer at the site of infection, which is usually the genital area. But it can also occur on the lips, mouth, or anus swollen lymph nodes, mild fever, fatigue and muscle aches are other symptoms. Read More…

Why Check?

If syphilis is left untreated for a long time, it can spread to the nervous system and cause serious neurological problems, such as blindness, deafness, and even dementia. It can also infect the heart and blood vessels, leading to cardiovascular complications.

Type, talk, chat
and know more.

One of the standout features of Helfie AI is its intelligent STI assistant, powered by Chat mode and STI AI, designed to guide individuals through questions about sexual health with clinically informed, insights, all in a private, stigma-free space.

Whether it’s questions about chlamydia, gonorrhoea, herpes, or general concerns about sexual health, STI AI lets you dig deeper, ask questions, and receive insights in seconds.

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More to know about STI AI.

Accuracy

Helfie’s STI AI is a scientifically backed and clinically validated check.

  • Accuracy:
    • STI risk classification (Male): 84%
    • STI risk classification (Female): 82%
  • Algorithm
    • GNB (Gaussian naive layers) and SVM, CNN
  • Capture Mechanism
    • Conversational AI
  • Training Data
    • Thousands of clinical patients.
  • Research & Clinical Validation
    • Alfred hospital, Monash university and Melbourne sexual health clinic led by Professor Christopher Fairley.
  • Results are for informational purposes only. This is NOT a medical diagnosis.

Trends, Data & Active Monitoring

Whether you’re doing a single, private check or regular sexual health monitoring – with Helfie AI, every interaction contributes to the bigger picture of your health.

By Tracking symptoms and risk factors over time, you can see how your health evolves, detecting potential issues early and gaining insights into behaviours or patterns that may influence your risk.

Who's Providing this Intelligence?

Helfie’s STI AI connects your results to leading sexual health science and STI research, ensuring that every analysis is backed by real world scientific expertise.

Wondering if your symptoms are harmless or a sign of something more? Helfie AI translates compex data into clear, meaningful answers helping you tae informed action with confidence.

You can read more about the Science of Helfie STI AI HERE.

Checks & Conversations

Helfie’s STIAI check isn’t just a one off result – it is the start of understanding and optimising your sexual health. Trained on world class sexual health knowledge base, Helfie AI helps you explore what your symptoms or risk factors may indicate.

Whether you are monitoring symptoms, being cautious after unprotected sex, or simply staying informed, Helfie AI turns a simple check into real, actionable insights and always connecting you with the next steps in care.

Sharing Your Data

Health is not just personal, it’s also collaborative. Helfie AI makes it easy to share your checks results and trend graphs with your doctor, carers or healthcare provider. Instead of waiting for symptoms to worsen, they can get a cleared, data driven view of your sexual health. This allows for better decisions, earlier interventions and a more proactive approach to your health and wellbeing.

Personalised Accuracy

To deliver the most precise results, Helfie’s STI AI refines its analysis by factoring in key personal details such as sexual history, risk behaviours and symptom patterns. The more personalised the data, the sharper the insights – giving you a clear, tailored view of your sexual health with every check.

STI AI - The Science

Helfie’s checks are backed by the latest research and science. Understand the science and technology behind our STI AI check.

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    “Why am I bloating after eating?”

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    “Hard, then runny poo. What is happening?”

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    “Prebiotic vs Probiotic. What do I need?”

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    “How often should I check for STIs?”

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    “Compare birth control options”

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    “Sex hurts, what’s wrong?”

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    “Mold/dust mite allergy home checklist”

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    Vape vs cigarette– harm comparison

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    Log your cough frequency

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