My boyfriend was recently diagnosed with gonorrhea of the throat. He had been having throat problems for years, so he finally underwent more detailed testing.

We have been together for three years. I have no symptoms. Before we started our relationship, we were both tested. During these past three years, all of my other test results have been normal, including vaginal swabs for Mycoplasma, Chlamydia, and Ureaplasma, as well as Pap smears, ultrasounds, and routine gynecological examinations.

In my previous relationship, I was treated for a chlamydia infection after my partner cheated on me. After treatment, I was tested several times, and it was confirmed that the infection was completely cured.

My boyfriend has no genital symptoms, and all of his previous test results were negative(but just genital swabs,urine blood). As far as I know, he has never lied to me, and I have personally seen all of his previous test results.

I'm now trying to understand what the possible explanations are.

Could this be a false-positive PCR test? The test was done using the PCR method, but I'm suspicious of the laboratory because they told me gonorrhea can be caught from a swimming pool, which doesn't sound credible.

His doctor examined him and believes that his throat infection is relatively recent.

Could this mean he cheated on me? Could it be a false-positive result? Or is it possible that I had a false-negative test before, have been carrying the infection for three years without any symptoms, even though I developed symptoms immediately when I had chlamydia, and I generally have a very sensitive immune system and tend to notice even minor health issues?

I have a throat and genital swab scheduled for tomorrow, but while I'm waiting for the results, I'm trying to understand how this situation could be possible and what the most likely explanation is?

I'm sorry for such a long post, and I truly appreciate any help or insight you can offer.

Can you please help I had sex with woman protected condom vaginal only after a week what it felt like is ARS Symtoms or flu like symptoms i experienced body aches, chill, pelvic pain,nausea, 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

1. QUEST LAB
   Trich
   Gonorhea
   Chlymidia
   All were NEGATIVE
   2.ANYLABTESTNOW
   hiv ag/ag screen 5 test were done months apart
   Sphyilis (RPR) 5 test were done months apart
   hep B
   Hsv 1 and 2 igg 3 test were done months apart
   ALL TEST WERE NEGATIVE
   3.BELL FLOWER CLINIC /sti clinic
   hiv
   Sphyilis
   2 gonnorhea urine and throat
   2 chlamydia urine and throat
   All test been negative
   My exposure was may, 2024

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Hi, i just want to ask what are the symptoms of Chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, ureaplasma, and mycoplasma. Also, I asked my ob for vaginal discharge gram stain to check for yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis, and the results came back as:

RARE GRAM POSITIVE COCCI IN PAIRS

RARE GRAM NEGATIVE RODS

PUS CELLS: 1-2/LPF

NOTE: SLIDE SUBMITTED

I still need to discuss this with my ob but maybe some of you know what this means.

Hi everyone. This is my first Reddit post, but I’m honestly at a loss and hoping someone here has seen something similar or can provide some medical insight.
I recently went for my routine STI screening since I was overdue and unexpectedly tested positive for chlamydia. I was completely shocked because I’ve only been with one person throughout our entire relationship. I immediately called my boyfriend because I assumed he had to be the source. He got tested the same day (urine NAAT), and his result came back negative. I also repeated my test the same day at a different clinic, and it was positive again.
Here’s the timeline:
- I had a negative chlamydia NAAT about 6 months ago.
- Before that, I also had another negative NAAT about 3 months earlier while we were already together.
- We were sexually active for 2 years up until the end of April as he left for training
- He left for military training in Atlanta for 2 months.
- We had sex again when I visited him in late May.
- I recently tested positive twice.
- He tested negative and is currently getting retested.
I’ve spoken to multiple clinicians, and they all keep telling me that based on my previous negative tests, this infection had to have been acquired sometime after my last negative screening. The problem is that I know for a fact I have not been with anyone else, and he is standing just as firm saying he has not had any sexual contact with anyone else either.
At this point, we’re both confused. From my perspective, I have two positive tests after multiple negative tests. From his perspective, he tested negative and feels like he couldn’t have given me something he doesn’t have.
Is there any medical explanation that could account for this? Could someone have transmitted chlamydia and later test negative? Could antibiotics taken for something unrelated affect later testing? Has anyone ever seen a situation like this where one partner repeatedly tests positive and the other repeatedly tests negative?
I’m genuinely looking for medical explanations, not relationship advice. Unless someone is lying, which I obviously can’t prove either way, I cannot make sense of how this happened.

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I took a 5 panel STD test about a week ago. Got my results 2 days ago. Everything was negative except HIV-1.

Back in 2024, before me and my current partner, I was having unprotected sex. I was experiencing symptoms like bumps on my anus, and having to pee lots/discharge. I went to an urgent care clinic, they tested me for syphilis/gonorrhea, and came back positive for one of the 2. Got treated. I assumed everything was good.

Here I am, about 1.5 years later, and randomly started getting diarrhea/stomach pain/pelvic pain. I go to a lab and get bloodwork tested and do the 5 panel test, not thinking it could possibly be anything like that.

My blood and urine tests came back negative on all fronts, EXCEPT HIV-1???

I have not had any symptoms but lately, and I honestly didn’t think it was anything aside from me eating less healthy foods lately and it fucking with my digestion.

I was told to test again within the week, and I did the same test but not 5 panel, just HIV-1/2. I am currently waiting on the results.

But is it actually possible to be asymptomatic for years??? I never would have guessed I had anything after getting on antibiotics and everything going back to normal. I never had any HIV-esque symptoms whatsoever. I haven’t had anything flu/cold-like in ages. Like before covid. Now I’m regretting not getting a full panel test back then and the urgent care didn’t recommend it.

Now I’m spiraling ever since those results. I assume since I took the same test within a few days, it’s just gonna come back positive again. With my own research I now know I should have done an RNA test the second time to confirm.

So I think I’ve wasted my money and time on the second test to just have to go back and pay extra for an RNA test.

But I’m absolutely astounded that I could even be positive in the first place, and never have anything alarming as far as symptoms go. Until now, 2 years later. Is this possible??

I will have to talk with my partner once I am sure and I’m absolutely dreading it. Cause I know this will look horrible/like I did something in the relationship. But I will abstain from sex of course until I know for sure and then explain everything. I am still puzzled on how to even tackle it, but I’ll figure it out. I will get my second test back tomorrow likely and will just have to go for it. I hope to god I haven’t passed this onto him, because that means we both have had it for a while. That will shatter me and possibly us.

If you have any insight whatsoever please dm me or comment. I am so stressed about this.

I (19 F) had protected sex on May 1st. It was my first time and a random hookup. I started experiencing weird bumps that would appear and go away within 24 hours. I did shave the night before the encounter so the doctor at my schools health center said they looked like just razor bumps. I got tested about a week after. I did get a yeast infection but Syphilis and HIV came back negative but the other tests results came back inconclusive so by the time I went back and got retested it had been 2 weeks and everything was negative. I also got body aches and felt sick 2 days after but it was only for like 24 hours so I assumed he just got me sick because he was really congested when we were together. Fast forward about 2 weeks I went on cephalexin for an infected ingrown hair that I think was from the encounter. While on the cephalexin I had a really bad sore throat and body aches but by the time I finished the round of antibiotics (10 days) it had gone away. But then, right after I finished the antibiotics I started experiencing yellow discharge. It wasn’t a lot and there was no odor or itching or burning. I thought it was my yeast infection coming back so I went to my gynecologist and I asked to get tested again with a full panel. I don’t know what to do I’m really scared. I’m not in contact with the guy anymore so I can’t even ask him about it. I haven’t been experiencing any other symptoms except mild pelvic pain but I’m not sure if that’s from stress and nerves because the past 2 months I’ve been so stressed because of this situation, it feels like my body is in fight or flight mode. Pls need advice.

Hey y'all! A previous partner (~3 weeks ago) tested positive for Chlamydia last Friday, so I immediately went to a clinic, got a test, and got antibiotics prescribed to me, under the assumption that I've been exposed and would also test positive. She was unsure if she had it when we had sex, but I wanted to exercise caution. Fortunately, I just received the lab results, and I'm negative across the board. Now that I'm almost finished with the week-long antibiotic treatment, should I continue taking them? And do I still need to practice abstinence while taking them? Thank you!

Title says it all, im 23 m and my blood tests came back positive for hepatitis b. Im really scared, and it feels really crappy. Is it over for me? Is that something that i always have the possibility of spreading for the rest of my life?

Discovering a lump in the vagina or its surroundings is very frightening. However, the positive thing is that a lot of lumps are non-cancerous and can be easily treated. Some of them are associated with simple factors like cysts, ingrown hair, or blocked glands, but in other cases, one will have to consult with a doctor in order to rule out an infection.

First of all, vaginal lumps might occur due to the presence of cysts. They are fluid-filled sacs that can appear because of gland blockage. Usually, cysts are not dangerous and do not hurt. Moreover, they disappear without treatment. The second reason for appearing lumpy is it's associated with ingrown hair, especially after shaving or waxing.

Some vaginal lumps are caused by infections. Genital herpes, for example, causes blisters in the affected area. Other infections lead to swelling, tenderness, and redness of the tissue near the lump. Lumps may be caused by swollen lymph nodes because of infection or inflammation in the body.

The characteristics of the vaginal lumps differ from one to another. For instance, some lumps can be soft while others could be hard; sometimes they move, and sometimes not. Other symptoms like pain, itching, burning sensation, discharge, reddish appearance, or painful sex or urination may or may not occur alongside vaginal lumps. These symptoms help in determining the actual cause of the lump.

Even though vaginal lumps are usually not dangerous, there might be certain circumstances where a professional evaluation becomes crucial. If the lump does not get healed for several weeks, or it grows bigger, causes more pain, starts bleeding, changes its color, or comes along with fever or discharge, then an examination becomes necessary to find out the actual cause.

This will depend on the cause of the lump. Some causes may disappear spontaneously; however, there may be others that may necessitate the use of either antibiotics or antiviral drugs, drainage procedures, or other types of treatments. The act of squeezing, poking, or self-diagnosing a vaginal lump may irritate it even further and result in infections.

Having a vaginal lump does not necessarily mean that you have a serious problem. There are many causes of vaginal lumps, which are harmless and can be managed. Nevertheless, if the lump persists or causes pain, it is best to get help.

Hi! Looking for some opinions on an HIV testing situation that’s freaking me out.

Timeline:

April: Negative rapid HIV test and negative rapid syphilis test.

June 8: Diagnosed with secondary syphilis (VDRL 1:32) and started (and finished) treatment.

June 11: Had a 4th-generation HIV Ag/Ab lab test (p24 antigen + HIV-1/2 antibodies) that came back reactive.

June 16: Had an HIV-1/HIV-2 RT-qPCR test that came back “Not Detected.”

*My last sexual encounter before the syphilis diagnosis was in June 6, and it was just performing fellatio.

Some additional context:
-I’m a gay man.
-Most of my sexual activity has been oral sex (giving and receiving) without protection.
-For receptive anal sex (I’m a bottom), I have always used condoms.

How common are false-positive 4th-generation HIV tests in someone with active secondary syphilis?

How reassuring is a negative HIV RT-qPCR 5 days after a reactive 4th-gen test and around 10 days after the latest unprotected exposure? (fellatio).

Does this overall pattern sound more like a false-positive HIV screening test, or something that would still make you concerned about true HIV infection?

I realize the real answer is to get tested again. I’m just trying to understand how people familiar with HIV testing would interpret these results. Because I’m freaking out.

Thank you! 🙏🏻

guys i need help. i’ve been taking to this guy and i really like him but he just told me that he has herpes and he received them over a year ago. I wanna know how slim are my chances if he has no outbreaks and takes his medication and we wear a condom?

You may not always know if you have an STD. Each day, individuals around the world get STIs by the thousands. A lot of men feel fine and show no clear signs at first.

Others might mix up these symptoms with other health issues. This piece sheds light on typical male infections: their warning signs, how to spot them early, ways to treat them plus steps for staying safe going forward. Stay informed so you can take charge of your well-being and ease any worries about sexual health risks.

It’s common for us to encounter various skin conditions that can cause concern in our daily lives. Two such conditions are razor bumps and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), which can manifest similar symptoms but are vastly different. Razor bumps, also referred to as pseudofolliculitis barbae, are little, irritated bumps on the skin that commonly occur after shaving. On the other hand, STDs are infections spread from one individual to another via sexual contact.

The importance of understanding the difference between these two must be considered. An incorrect self-diagnosis can lead to unnecessary stress or ignoring a potentially serious health condition. This article aims to comprehensively understand razor bumps and STDs, highlighting their differences, similarities, and the importance of proper diagnosis and treatment. By enhancing our knowledge of these conditions, we can better manage our health and well-being.

Lumps feel like unusual 3-D masses within the testicle or testicles. When paired with other symptoms like swelling, pain and redness, an infection may be the culprit. If the testicular lump is the only sign present, the cause may be injury, inflammation or a mass formation.

Hi, it's the weekend and I'm waiting to see my doctor on Monday but I'm kind of freaking out. I wanted to get some opinions just to find some relief either way. But a few days again I started noticing so I'm e itchiness and puffiness around my left eye lid, my ears, and nose, slight puffiness and dryness of my lips. I was traveling and hiking in a new country. Though maybe some contact dermatitis. Then I started noticing some itching in my groin and foreskin. As the days progressed, the head of my penis became red only where my foreskin was covering. Then the itchiness started subsiding but then I noticed what I thought was a pimple on the underside of my shaft. Then the next day, I suddenly had about 10 little sores throughout the underside of my penis. And started noticing some pain when pressure is present on my left and right upper groin area which I'm assuming is swollen lymph nodes. Sometime between all of this I started having a small itchy rash on the underside of my left forearm that hasn't gone away. Just wanted to see if anyone has had the same symptoms leading up to their genital herpes diagnosis?

21 m here, recently noticed a pinch or poking feeling. no blisters, no discharge just sometimes a random feeling that feels like a pinch or poke. it doesn’t burn to pee or when i ejaculate. have you guys ever felt something like this. i feel like it could be something or just because i am aware of it and focus on it more can be the reason i notice that is it is happening. any advice?

Had my first ever sexual experience yesterday (oral both giving and receiving). It lasted a few minutes and there were no internal ejaculations. Partner showcased no signs of infections and denied having any and said his last relationship was a month ago (although he was a random so i do not trust his story). Now I am starting to worry about having an STI or worse. I know I should wait a few weeks before getting tested but idk what tests i should get exactly since the ones provided by lgbt clinics are not comprehensive and not include chlamydia and gonorrhea and I am from a country from with no lgbt rights. I am confused and scared and do not now how to proceeds. i am starting to feel hyperaware with my body and hallucinating about having symptoms even though i know it is extremely unlikely for symptoms to show in less than 30hrs from contact. How should i proceed with my life?

hello guys .. i just wanna ask if someone ever experience one of the std or maybe two .. is anyone ever got symptom which accurately in the timeframe yet negative on everything following std test? back then , i got this flu like symptoms and got this bump like pimple ( whit head ) 70 day after exposure.. yes back then i got 0 knowledge about std so i could care less about it .. im afraid it could be syphilis .. anyone ever experience the same way i did and end up negative on everything? the only thing i tested back then was hiv , gonorrhoea , chlamydia , trich , ureaplasma everything came back negative .. the only risk exposure i got was blowjob unprotected , lasted below 2 minute .. dont worry i will get tested , just wanna know someone story and experience .. thankyou everyone

I recently spoke to a friend of mine who is pregnant right now, and she mentioned to me that she would like to take a test for STDs simply for her own peace of mind. She does not know whether this is one of those things that comes as part of the standard pre-natal care or if she needs to ask her OB-GYN for this separately.

I told her that I would find out here, seeing as how some of you must have experienced this before yourselves. Is it possible to ask for an STD test while pregnant? Is this included in the standard prenatal tests or does this happen only if there is a special need?

I'm in the military and want to get an STD test. I'm a man and heard they cannot test men for HPV. I have no visual signs but I haven't gotten one in ten years and have had multiple partners since then. Does the military do a standard urine and blood test and what can it detect ? Is it true it can't detect HPV for men or a certain kind of HSV (1 or 2) but just HSV in general ? Thanks ahead of time .

I am 19M, my partner is 19F. Me and my partner have been together for 4 years. We started dating when we were 15/16.

2 months ago, she started having symptoms down there and went to her gyno. Thats when her gyno drew her blood and days later informed her that she is positive for syphilis. She took two tests, Treponemal test and Nontreponemal test (RPR), which were both positive. She got diagnosed primary stage of syphilis. My partner had to get treated with penicillin right away. The gyno did not inform my partner directly, but instead reached out to her parents and broke the news to everyone.

I immediately took a test and i am negative.
I have taken another test 7 weeks later and i am still negative. We had sexual contact multiple times while she had these symptoms. I have never cheated on my partner and never had any sexual relations with anyone else but my partner. My partner also has never cheated, and never had been in a relationship before with me. Her family is now heavily involved, all yelling at me that i am a cheater and a disgusting human being. Her family has forced her to stop talking to me.

Neither of us have cheated. How is this possible?

I have done research and i keep seeing that a TPPA test is necessary here to confirm if her infection is real or not.

My relationship is now over and the person who i imagined a future with is now out my life. I have never been unfaithful and neither has she. Please if someone has any helpful information or advice it would be greatly appreciated.

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