Overview
Recurrent STI management reviews prior testing, treatment adherence, partner management and possible reinfection. Persistent symptoms may indicate another cause.
Treatment approach
Review history, test again and address reinfection risks.
Common management options
- Repeat testing
- Partner management
- Evaluation for other causes
Medical supervision
A clinician should assess whether treatment failed or reinfection occurred.
Partner considerations
Untreated partners are a common cause of recurrence.
Follow-up
Longer follow-up may be needed for persistent cases.
Key points
- Reinfection vs treatment failure
- Partner management critical
- Other causes possible
- Repeat testing guides care
When to seek care
- Repeated positive tests
- Symptoms after treatment
- Possible partner reinfection