Expert, evidence-based articles on STIs, testing, prevention, and sexual wellbeing. Written by UK sexual health experts.
Wondering when syphilis antibodies show up after exposure? Learn about IgG/IgM window periods and when confidential STI testing may help provide clarity.
Worried about a genital sore or blister? Learn how chancroid and herpes symptoms can overlap and how confidential STI testing may help provide clarity.
Unsure which syphilis blood test you need? Learn the difference between IgG/IgM and RPR syphilis tests. Confidential STI testing available across the UK.
Rectal pain with a negative chlamydia result? Learn why an LGV rectal PCR test may still be recommended and how confidential STI testing can help clarify symptoms.
Wondering why an RPR syphilis test is used after treatment? Learn how labs monitor antibody levels to confirm a past syphilis infection has been successfully cured.
LGV is caused by Chlamydia but needs a distinct PCR screen to confirm it. Learn why standard urine tests are not enough and when testing may help.
Unsure which LGV test is right for you? We explain the difference between a standard LGV PCR swab and an LGV rectal self-collect test clearly and discreetly.
A painful sore or ulcer isn't always herpes or syphilis. Learn what a Haemophilus ducreyi PCR test checks for and when confidential STI testing may help.
Wondering if an Mpox test can still detect infection once skin bumps have scabbed over? Learn how testing works on healing lesions and when it may help.
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