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Possible exposure to syphilis (not sure) and started doxy taking doxy 100mg twice a day for 14 days. i want to take a test however, i was recently boosterd and had a flu shot. should i be worried that the test will give me a false positive result?
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No, covid-19 vaccine does not change screening test for syphilis.
Answered 12/4/2022
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Visit the following sites for information on window period for syphilis. https://www.e7health.com/post/155/std-test-window-when-should-i-get-tested/#:~:text=The%20average%20window%20period%20or,it%20develops%20in%20three%20stages. https://www.cdc.gov/std/syphilis/stdfact-syphilis-detailed.htm
Answered 12/4/2022
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