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Dear doctor my routine urine culture test is negative for bacteria, is that mean no clamydia or gonorhea in my body ? should i take more spesific test for it ?

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Yes. Urine culture is not an optimum test for gonorrhea and chlamydia. You should get nucleic acid test for these microorganism. A condom may not protect against HPV, Herpes, LGV, syphilis, pubic lice etc. It would be prudent to see your doctor for an evaluation. Visit this site for information: https://www.cdc.gov/std/default.htm Wish you good health!

Answered 7/18/2022

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes, specific tests are needed for STD ( sexually transmitted diseases)'s, as a urine culture will not rule them out. Talk to your doc about getting tested for STD's, specifically if having symptoms ( rash, ulcers, discharge, etc).

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