Timing of STD tests. Should I be confident?

[hfoxe2002]

I performed oral sex on a transexual using a condom (the right way).  I know that using the condom provides excellent protection against anything transferred by a body fluids but I am concerned about things like syphilis and Herpes.  I tested negative for both 3 weeks after the incident.  Should I be be comforrable with my results?

I did not see any rash or sores on my partner.  I ask about HIV status and was told she was negative but I know she has many sexual partners.  There was no other sexual contact other than me perfoming oral without ejaculation.  Again this is primarily a syphilis/herpes question.

Thanks.

[gracefromHHP]

glad you are getting the peace of mind you need :)

[hfoxe2002]

Just to close the loop on this thread: I received my 6 week syphilis test results today and they were negative (as gracefromHHP told me they would be).

I thought that it would be good to post this result so other people like me who are battling with guilt and spinning out elaborate what-if scenarios could see that the answers from the volunteers on this board really are something you should listen to.  

Thanks again gracefromHHP for your patient and informative responses.

[gracefromHHP]

syphilis you need to wait at least 6 weeks. herpes is at least 3 months.

[hfoxe2002]

Just as a follow-up: what is the appropriate testing period?

[hfoxe2002]

Thanks for he quick response.  I very much appreciate the time you spend helping people on the forum.

[gracefromHHP]

we recommend protected sexual contact because it works!!!

protected oral sex is as close to no risk as it gets. no reason for any worries or testing :)

as a fyi - 3 weeks post encounter is too early testing for both of those but no reason to repeat since this was essentially a no risk encounter.

grace