Positive test results

If you test positive for an STI, make an appointment to have more testing. Then get treatment from your healthcare professional if needed. And tell your sex partners. They also need to be tested and treated because you can pass some infections back and forth.

Having a positive STI test may make you feel shame, anger or fear. Know you did the right thing by getting tested. After testing, you can tell your partners, get treated and help keep others from getting the infection. Talk with your healthcare professional about your concerns.