What you need to know about testing for STI lesions.
Understanding STI Lesions
STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections) can present with sores, ulcers, warts, rashes, and other skin or mucosal lesions. Recognizing symptoms and pursuing appropriate testing can help guide treatment and reduce transmission risk. Untreated STIs may lead to serious complications, including reproductive health issues and organ damage.¹
Why testing matters
How Testing Works
Physical Exam: Your healthcare provider will examine the affected areas visually and by touch.
Sample Collection: They might take a swab from the lesion
Lab Testing: Samples are sent to our lab for analysis.
Results Reporting: Results are sent directly to your healthcare provider.
What happens next?
Once your test results are back, your healthcare provider will go over them with you. If something is detected, the next steps could include treatments like antibiotics or antivirals. Follow-up testing for STIs may be recommended to help confirm treatment effectiveness and evaluate for possible reinfection.2
Getting tested for STI lesions is a crucial part of maintaining your sexual health. If you notice unusual sores, warts, rashes, or changes in your skin or mucous membranes, it is important to speak with your healthcare provider for appropriate evaluation and testing.¹ Early detection and treatment can make a huge difference in your health and well-being. Taking care of your sexual health is an important part of your overall wellness.
Integrated approach
Our approach is guided by expertise in pathogen identification. The goal is to provide you and your provider with a clearer picture of what’s happening.
Clinical expertise & support
Our focus is on providing clear communication and accessible clinical support whenever you need guidance or have questions about a result.
Clear, actionable reporting
Our reports are designed to present findings in a clear, accessible format that helps providers and patients better understand results and support next steps in care.
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Choosing CirrusDx means partnering with a team focused on quality and compassionate care. We’re here to support you and your family with the information and guidance needed to move forward with confidence.
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1. Tuddenham S, Hamill MM, Ghanem KG. Diagnosis and Treatment of Sexually Transmitted Infections: A Review. JAMA. 2022;327(2):161–172.
2. Workowski KA, Bachmann LH, Chan PA, et al. Sexually Transmitted Infections Treatment Guidelines, 2021. MMWR Recomm Rep. 2021;70(4):1–187.