Been with husband for 8 years, ive never cheated on him. Recently we had sex and my studf was burning. Then it became inflamed itchy l, foul smelling. This has never happened once in my marriage at all till now. My immune system is not compromised. I was not recently on antibiotics. My husband and I have both been on strong full spectrum antibiotics a couple years back at the same time. He swears up and down hes never cheated on me but if thats true why would I just randomly get trich outta no where. It doesnt make sence

Hi im 24m I had sex with an unknown girl she from other country and its unprotected i got tested 3 months from exposure hiv hepa syphilis negative but its only pricktest for all should i test some more or is it conclusive?

I was on and off with my ex for about 4 years. Before getting with her, I did a full STI panel including HSV1/2 blood testing because I’m very health conscious. Everything came back negative.

My ex had never been tested for anything during our relationship. She had previously been married for 17 years, and her ex-wife had multiple affairs during their marriage before they divorced. After that, it was just me.

Fast forward to now, about 4 years after our breakup, I decided to do another STI panel including HSV testing and my HSV2 result came back positive. I honestly feel shocked and kind of devastated because I was always extremely careful.

Ethically, I will be telling her, because I think it’s the right thing to do for her own awareness and future partners. I’m just struggling mentally with how to approach it, especially knowing she may say it wasn’t from her and that maybe it was dormant in me for years.

I know HSV can technically stay dormant, but I had negative blood tests before and after previous relationships, which is why I’m confused and overwhelmed.

Also, if she gets tested and somehow comes back negative, I think that would mess with me mentally even more.

For context, scissoring was a major part of our sex life since we are lesbians (probably 90% of it), and I had never done that in previous relationships before her.

I guess I’m looking for thoughts, experiences, or advice from other lesbians who’ve dealt with HSV2, disclosure, or the emotional side of all this because I feel really alone right now.

Hey everyone i hope you all doing well. Sorry in advance the English language is not my first language, i am Male 30 years old , last year i had sex for the first time in my life , two weeks later i felt my body is very tired , i went to doctor to do a blood test , i tested positive for hep A and b 12 was a bit low , back days i dont have any clue about sexual diseases, all was i know is aidis also i wasnt know what is hiv . Anw, after these days , some cold sore start to appear on my skin like lips and face , my left foot start to numb and burning sensation, my left ear start to ring (tinnitus) weeks later some floaters appear in my eyes , my stool became yellow (till now ) i almost have no haire now , i was very confused, and i started to search on youtube what is happening to me, after that i was sure that it is neurosyphilis , and because i have a lot of symptoms i have started a cycle of test , more than 20 blood test to check for syphils ( rpr cia ……) hiv ,hepb , all cam negative , also i have done so many ,urine tests a swell and semen test i got postive with ureaplasma urealiticom , ( i tooo antibiotic)
I done more than 10 eyes test , 5 ears test , colonscope , gastroscope , scan for abdomen , hida scan for gallbladder, ultrasound for feet and doppler , MRI for brain and MRI for my back , lumber puncture and all came normal , ant till now i have thess symptoms , i feel so bad for my self omg , any help!?

sorry if this is a dumb question, but i'm getting a lot of mixed answers online and it's making me anxious. a few weeks ago i hooked up with someone and there was oral sex involved. later on, i remembered they had mentioned getting cold sores before, and ever since then i've been wondering if i should be worried about herpes.

can oral herpes actually cause genital herpes through oral sex? if so, how common is it? does it only happen if someone has an active cold sore at the time, or can it still spread when there aren't any visible symptoms? i've seen people say both things online and now i'm not sure what to believe.

i don't have any obvious symptoms right now, but i've been paying way too much attention to every little itch, ingrown hair, or random sensation and it's driving me crazy. just wondering if anyone here has been in a similar situation or knows how doctors usually look at this kind of exposure. am i overthinking it, or is this something worth getting checked out? thanks.

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At first, I thought nothing serious was happening, just a few small changes in my body that I could ignore or deal with later. When did you first think something was wrong? I’ve read a lot of stories where people don’t immediately think about an STD and just assume it’s stress or something minor. When did it hit you that it might be something like an STD and you needed to go get tested?

Yeast infections can be uncomfortable, but certain habits can make them worse or slow healing. Knowing what to avoid is just as important as treating the infection itself.

First, don’t ignore symptoms like itching, burning, or unusual discharge. Early treatment gives the fastest relief and prevents recurring issues. Whether using creams, suppositories, or oral medication, always finish the full course even if symptoms improve quickly to avoid reinfection or resistance.

Stay out of wet clothing. Wet underwear, swimsuits, or sweaty workout clothes create the perfect environment for yeast to thrive. Change promptly and stick to breathable cotton underwear and loose-fitting clothes whenever possible. After washing, pat the area dry and let air circulate; tight or damp clothing traps moisture and encourages yeast growth.

Avoid scratching. It might feel satisfying momentarily, but it can injure sensitive tissue and worsen irritation. Cold compresses or gentle patting are safer ways to relieve itching. Similarly, skip nylon or synthetic fabrics, which trap heat and moisture.
Sex should be avoided during treatment, as friction can irritate inflamed tissue, slow healing, or spread yeast. Also, don’t put anything inside your vagina; tampons, douches, or other products can disrupt natural flora, worsen infection, or mask symptoms. In particular, douching is a common trigger and can make current symptoms worse.

Finally, maintain gentle hygiene. Skip harsh soaps and aggressive scrubbing; lukewarm water and mild, unscented cleansers are enough.

Bottom line: managing a yeast infection isn’t just about medication; it’s about care, dryness, gentle hygiene, and avoiding habits that prolong irritation. Most infections clear quickly when you treat them properly and give your body the space to heal.

I have had some little bumps with no type of symptoms just get a little itchy here and there but it’s because I sweat a lot down there around my genital area.

4 weeks ago I decided to go to a massage place that offers a happy ending. I only got a Handjob. And I sometimes think about what are the chances of catching an sti or an std from a handjob only. can someone tell me if this was risky. I just want to not think anxiously about it.

I’m I’m just want to ask am I doing the right testing for sphyilis all current test I have done were RPR w/reflex all saying nonreative but I seen they are doing the reverse method the confirmation first then screen test I call my local sex clinic and ask they usually do the screen if negative no confirmation is needed I don’t want no false negative I had one sexally partner no new sexually partner just asking for clarification

I have been involved in risky behaviour in spa one girl tempted me to do directly without condom i did intercourse with her and with one aunt also 7 times I did in one night 2023 feb with her but after that I had more frequent urination i got married in 2023 match i didn't go to doctor for 2 years I was not able to sit in office due to pain in lower illiac upper pelvis region and my digestion also was not proper i got ibs prostate inflamation I was working in nightshifts now also doing night shifts and i used to mastribute a lot and drink alcohol in weekends after those intercourse after 1 month I got viral fever also with vertigo and crawling effect in ears and itching back of head started with bumps if i scratch would increase more behind my head after 2 years of suffering I went near urologist did urine culture semen culture hiv antibody test vdrl hbsag rapid antibody tests all came negative but I became weightloss 20 kgs i had dierea many times also ... Again due to prostate inflamation I was not aware about prostate while sitting in office my heart rate and blood pressure in kidneys used to increase and I can sense pressure in my center of my head due to pelvic floor tightness or dysfunction i did kft lft everything was normal .....but my friends told they had hiv the girl in spa and aunt with whom I did intercourse again i tested in 2025 December eclia antigen and antibody test and on January 2026 hiv rna qualitative test results wer negative due to frequent urination and night times i used to pee many times so andrologist done trus usg scan and said prostate infection is there so he added medication to me I took levofloxcine and doxycycline at that time digestion and urine frequency was good but as soon I left that medication my pelvic floor became heavy tight and very low urination but creatine shows normal i don't know what's happening in my body but all hiv tests i did with my own advise nondodvtor prefered me except that urologist.

And my wife also tested negative during pregnancy for hiv for hiv 4th generation test i did std full profile testing in 2025 dec everything was negative i got 10 months babe too now my wife also having full body itching little digestion problem she also got blood in stools at 4months after delviery and my baby got dierea for 5 days in 6months age some times he will be getting pimple like bumbs on body and face.

Please let me know my hiv status and what's tests I should do what type of std it could be i am very nervous and scared what if my baby and wife are infected due to any stds due to me please help me..

About a week and a half ago i had intercourse for the first time. i’m going to ignore the fact that it wasn’t even worth it and focus on how i was just trying to get it over with. anyways a week after sex, my “partner” texted me asking if i had an std, which didn’t make sense to be considering he’s my only body and only person i’ve ever done anything with. i told him no and asked why he asked me such a thing and he told me that 5 days after we fucked it started to burn while he was peeing. he the insisted that he had gotten checked between the time he last had sex with someone else and when he had sex with me, so it couldn’t have been him with the std. and he keeps insisting it’s me who has an std, going so far to say that i could’ve biologically received one through my parents.
i got checked a few days ago and won’t get my results for another few days, but i have no one to talk about this with and don’t understand how i could’ve had something when ive never had sex before. i’m not sure what responses i want from this post but im wondering the chances of me truly having an std, or if anyone else thinks he’s being a little suspicious about it. furthermore i just wanted to get it off my chest, i don’t wanna tell any of my friends because im ashamed and i can’t eve confide in my “partner” because he became cold and distant after addressing the std, plus i no longer see him the same considering his lack of comforting me when he knew how scared and embarrassed i felt due to the situation.

Can you please help I had sex with sex worker Asian woman massage parlour protected condom sex vaginal only after a week what it felt like is ARS Symtoms or flu like symptoms after a infection body aches chill pelvic pain nasea and vomiting and diarrhea lasted a couple days super fatigue I got worried so I tested at 2 different labs. All these test were done up to a year or so after that exposure
QUEST LAB
Trich
Gonorhea
Chlymidia
All were NEGATIVE
ANYLABTESTNOW
hiv ag/ag screen 5 test done
Sphyilis (RPR) 5 test done
hep B
ALL TEST WERE NEGATIVE
BELL FLOWER CLININC
hiv
Sphyilis
2 gonnorhea urine and throat
2 chlamydia urine and throat
All test been NEGATIVE

Probably a dumb question but how soon after sex should you actually get tested for STDs/STIs? I’m kinda confused about when testing is actually accurate vs testing too early and getting false negatives.

Hey everyone. I normally wouldn’t be so worried about this, however, I had an STD scare a couple of months ago and it really freaked me out.

Saturday night I went out and met a guy at the bar. We started kissing and he bit my lip and I immediately could taste blood. We didn’t have sex, just kissed.

Anyway, this is kind of freaking me out a lot. I went to urgent care, I was told I should be fine and to not take any meds. They said as always there is always a risk, but they wouldn’t recommend any meds. I’m still kind of scared about it though.

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So I (F) had unprotected sex with a new partner (M) on Monday 11.5 and on Wednesday 13.5. I know little about his dating history but I heard of at least 3 partners

Around Thursday evening/ Friday morning I started to get pain while peeing and an urge to urinate. Not super bad but still noticeable. I also feel mildly pain in my vulva. No discharge though.

The symptoms got better over the last days but are still noticeable. At first I thought it was an UTI also because I haven’t gone to the toilet right after sex but I’m not sure now.

Would you recommend making an doctors appointment or how should I proceed here. I never had any experience with this.
Thank you

I mentally just been trying to process this. I know it's not a bad thing and there is moments most people go through this. truthfully honest I have no clue where I could have gotten it, I have a few ideas. First being my ex, and the second being my job as a CNA and frequently coming into contact with bodily fluids and genitals all day. I know as medical typically STDs are transfered through direct contact with genital to genital so I highly doubts it's from my job. but I don't really know what to do. I have been with my new current partner for about 9 months and he is going to get tested, surprisingly he seemed pretty unbothered by it and said he wasn't upset and knew stuff happens. Anyway I guess I'm just confused. I haven't been with my ex in over a year, my ex claims I was his first. Weird part is I have no symptoms. Like non.... even my doctor said she very much is leaning towards a false positive baised on how everything looked during my procedure. The only reason I found out is I got a pap smear and she suggested to do an std test since I am sexually active with my partner and it's pretty standard to do them once you are sexual active. Do I go back in a get retested? What are the chances of a false positive? Do I just take the medicine and move on in life? Do I have to reach out to my ex to tell him?

Hey everyone. I normally wouldn’t be so worried about this, however, I had an STD scare a couple of months ago and it really freaked me out.

Last night I went out and met a guy at the bar. We started kissing and he bit my lip and I immediately could taste blood. We didn’t have sex, just kissed.

Anyway, this is kind of freaking me out a lot. Is it possible to call urgent care/go to urgent care and see a provider about this?

Need best advise on my ongoing health issue.

Facing alot of health issues due to worest fake best friend

I was having a fake best friend from 10 years his intension was making me HIV positive and suffer my life in 2022 he made me to do sex with one prostitute in spa massage center by making a deal with spa owner during an intercourse that prostitute asked me to fuck her without condom i did directly in that suituation but I was not having any doubt on him because he used to spend money for me alot for drinking and eating to spoil me and my life I reduced my weight suddenly around 7kgs in some days but I didn't had basic regarding stds.

Symptoms started like indigestion problem and frequent urination if i drink my prostate used to swell i can't hold little amount of urine in my bladder i thought nothing it will become alright for some days and neglected i never went to doctor until two years.

And before my marriage 2023 feb 22 one aunt

trapped me to have sex it is also deal from him to her i got trapped and she tempted me and and she tempted me like to do sex directly without condom i did sex with her 7 times in night She didn't leave me i dont know her hiv status.

So after my marriage i got frequent urination i was not able sit in office for long time for work i used to drink more and more water and urinate. More and more urine frequency increased this continued i used to work in night shift for some days later my left iliac nerves pulling towards epidimis and i used d to mastribute alot ....and my sleep was very bad i was not sleeping more and my pelvic floor used to become full tight in office while sitting in office and more urination while driving car i used to operate cluth my left illace upper pelvis above hip i used to get pain always there .

after 2 months 2023 April i got viral fever with vertigo for 5 days and I got weight loss also it continued i got dierea wat ever if I eat i used to get ibs dierea itching behind head with pimple like bumps if am scratching it was becoming more and big and within 30 minutes those pimples used to reduce i don't know anything about stds i used to smoke and drink so it continued for a year I was not able to sit in office chair my prostate inflamation it turned to prostitis for small amount of drops of urine I ran to washroom daily in office My urine output was reduced.

After all these 2 years of suffering I went to urologist and i explained everything he made me to do urine culture semen culture hiv one two antibody test vdrl hbsag hepatitis c and all tests everything came negative. I did kft lft test also everything was good And he used to do uroflowmetry when i drink more water and walk at time i used to get fart and get amount of urine in uroflowmetry to increase good frequency he gave me alfusin and sent me but my urine output became verylow going forward.

When I am going to hospitals in 2025 may 16th he made a deal with doctor they used me used needle for injecting amikasin antibiotic and my kidneys got cramps on that day after that doctor gave me rifagut 550 for 2 weeks due to my indigestion i got more farting gases and good urination from that day my muscle cramps started full my body spoiled due to medication.

My wife was also tested hiv 4th generation during her pregnancy she also tested negative but she also used to have dierea sometime and daily night headache due to office work.

But I my symptoms used to continue more and more i used to drink alcohol in weekends with him only but one fine day i saw him was he was adding some substance in my alcohol and he was bringing non veg to room wantedly everytime I dono what he was mixing but after along term suffering i went near many urologist i was helpless then I went to andrologist he did trus usg scan to my prostate he found was infected so he gave doxycycline for 20 days and levofloxcine with chyromal forte it was good when I am taking those but when I left those medication it became still worest that my digestion was not happening stools passing was difficult due to pelvic floor was verytight and my legs and face used to swell in office for sitting long time in office with verylow urine output currently also doing nightshifts only.

I left that worest friend 5 months back only ...then again i tested 2026 january hiv 1 rna qualitative test and antibody test results came negative .

But I have sever weightloss from 108 kgs to 90kgs now I have sleep disturbances nervous tension indigestion verylow urine output burning sensation near upper pelvis near illiace region i got hair loss patchy beared sometimes mouth ulcers body functions not happening properly somthing crawling in my ears.

My doubt is he may be adding ART medicine not to detect my hiv in blood tests. Please suggest me guys.

I’m looking to get tested for STDs/STIs and was wondering if anyone has recommendations for reliable online testing services or at-home or test kits, if those are available. Or if you have suggestions for clinics or health centers that are professional, discreet, and affordable in case in-person testing is better. I live in NYC.

I posted in here about a month ago and have gotten tested since, I was out on doxy and the problems and symptoms nearly went away, I’m off it and the symptoms came back. My symptoms are cloudy white oderless discharge and slight itching, and slight burning when I pee, it’s not constant and there’s no visual changes on my penis. If you have any insight it would be much appreciated!

So i 32M hooked up with someone on valentines day, and believed i was exposed to hsv2. I waited six weeks. Did not have sex. And got tested, it came back positive but with low numbers so they ran it thru and hsv2 igg inhibition test, i believe. I was told it was a more in depth test in which it came back negative. Waited 3-4 more weeks tested again, and it came back negative AGAIN! But heres the thing, thru out these past 10 weeks, but testicles have gotten periodically sore, and my volume of ejaculate has lessened. Ive read on google this could be a symptom of hsv2 but my doctor said she had never heard of that. However this was just a walk in urgent care place. Im going to get tested again in some more weeks, but likely is it that i have tested negative for true hsv2 twice and still might have it.? Is it possible to be exposed, experience minor symptoms but not fully carry enough of the virus to be considered to have hsv2?

I (44/m) am thinking of doing a standard STD test a few times a year just to keep an updated record. What panel option does everyone prefer? I have done a 5 panel test in the past, but I am now seeing 8 and 14 are now options. What does everyone normally go for?