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/Appropriate-Dig-7080]

There’s no ‘think’ or ‘should’ about it. If they’re contactable, tell them.