I will be getting tested for HIV on Tuesday and full STI screening on Thursday.
I have not had sex in over 3 months. The last time was unprotected with my ex partner. We have discussed it and he says that he has no reason to worry and has been safe with others. I have not been with anyone else since we’ve split.
Found these weird sores on my penis. Here are pictures I’ve taken over a 3 week period.
I am panicking that it’s HIV as it websites say genital ulcers can be a symptom. I have not had flu like symptoms but have had an ear infection.
Thoughts?
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I would not panic; you are doing the right thing by scheduling tests. My gut says it is not HIV, but you will know tomorrow. As for other STI's, well even though some of the photos available online show far more involved ulcers, it is far more likely.
As we all know, other than abstinence, 100% condom usage, and extreme selectivity, an STI can happen. Hep C, herpes, etc., can also be non-sexual, but since it's on your penis.... I don't know your history with other skin issues, but my partner is susceptible to many different skin imperfections from time to time that prove to be not an STI.
I'm sorry you have had to wait so long... many city's GLBT centers offer free and immediate HIV testing.
Good luck and stay calm.
Thanks for your reply Ken.
It wasn’t HIV as my rapid test came back negative. I have not had any sexual contact in 14 weeks so this result was definitely accurate.
I am having a full screening on Monday. I will let you know the results.