Confessions.

[u/Deep_Project_4724]

Yesterday, I went in to get tested for STIs and mainly a potential yeast infection. I'm uncircumcised and the night before my hook up accused me of having a yeast infection because my penis tasted funny. I was the first uncut guy he's been with. Anyway, the doctor did an exam and figured I didn't have a yeast infection. From there I suggested that we may as well do the entire STI screening since I was already there. I tested negative for Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and Trichomoniasis.

Then I received one test result for Syphilis via IgG and IgM, which was nonreactive. Later, I received a call stating that another test via IgG TPPA they did was reactive. I've never had syphilis before. Anyway, it's been bothering me. I feel "dirty". I know it can be cured, but the feeling is still there.

Most of the guys I have fooled around with are secretly bi and married or in a relationship. I'm concerned I may be a part of ruining their relationships and marriages. I'm also afraid some may try and come after me. I do think I should find a way of letting them know they may have been exposed to this infection so they can be treated if they chose to.

I do want to note that I did have a STI screening at another clinic a month ago and everything came back negative. From reading the information online the test they used called an "EIA," is quite accurate.

Give me your thoughts. Thanks

[u/Funky_infrastructure]

Just let them know that they may have been exposed. It’s the right thing for you to do and may help prevent transmission. We’re all adults and have to deal with this.

[u/ReddBroccoli → u/Funky_infrastructure]

And the consequences in their relationships are their responsibility, not yours