Syphilis RPR

[tcm723]

I had a syphilis test on 9/7 after potential exposure on 7/9.  I had protected receptive sex, and unprotected oral (giving) for a very limited time (less than a minute) with a high risk partner.  

I had an RPR (outside) and an RPR (PPMM).  I keep reading conflicting information regarding the accuracy of the RPR test.  I'm a worrier by nature.  Should I be concerned?

[tcm723]

P.S. - the test came back negative

[Tommy420]

What conflicting info do you keep reading?  An RPR test is reliable 2-4 weeks after exposure.  You took the test almost 2 months after exposure and it was negative...therefore you do not have syphilis.

[tcm723]

Thanks for your reply. I've read phrases like "...not always accurate in the early or late stages..."; "...may be up to 8 weeks to get a valid result...".  I've also seen the two to four week statistic.  Nothing seems definite.  

[Worried53]

Could you tell me what a non conclusive result for syphilis means? Partner had two done on Dr.s reccomendation. Should I be worried.

[auntiejessi]

Non-conclusive means they can't tell either way.

Do you know what the name of the test is?  If its an RPR or VDRL, they should get a FTA-ABS or TPPA or TPHA test done to figure this out.

Aj

[Worried53]

Don't know and don't see him anymore. Thanks for the answer. He said it meant he didn't have it

[auntiejessi]

OK then I guess I'm confused why you are asking - are you wondering if you have it?  If you are concerned, I'd get tested.

Aj