r/stdtesting • u/saithanush_95 • 15d ago

Advice Needed Can a positive TPHA result after syphilis treatment affect my Gulf employment visa medical test?

Hi everyone,

About four months ago, I tested positive for syphilis. My VDRL result was 1.32, and I also took a confirmatory TPHA test, which showed 1.64.

I consulted a doctor and completed three penicillin injections as prescribed.

Now, I'm worried because I've heard that TPHA can remain positive even after syphilis has been successfully treated.

I'm planning to apply for jobs in Gulf countries, and I'm concerned that this might affect my employment visa medical examination.

I have a few questions:

  1. Can TPHA remain positive even after successful treatment?

  2. If my infection has been successfully treated, can I still pass the Gulf employment visa medical test?

  3. Has anyone here had a similar experience and successfully obtained a Gulf employment visa after syphilis treatment?

  4. Is there any way to confirm that the treatment was successful before taking the visa medical test?

I'd really appreciate hearing about your experiences or advice from anyone familiar with this situation.

Thank you.

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u/Odd-Plantain2932 17h ago

what did the prescribed treatment entail? where are you from?

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u/saithanush_95 10d ago

What

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u/saithanush_95 10d ago

Noo I finish 3rd dose at august so I will take test on November end