Similar to Penis acne description

[craftwerk]

Dear Dr.
  I have a series of what look like acne pimples
that first appeared on the head of my penis
and then multiplied down the shaft of my penis.
I have 30 or so bumps.  They seem to dry up after
24 hours or so.  First one, then several, then
30 over the course of 2-3 days.  
  I have recently had sex with a new person and
since this discovery have both been tested for
STD's (still awaiting results).
  I have a lot of allergies and skin rashes are
common, though nothing ever like this.  I assume
it is topical, but want to rule out herpes or
viruses, if possible.  The zits are spread evenly
unlike images I have seen of herpes which appeared
more clustered.  I had a similar episode on my upper
leg and groin area, 1 month ago when I first had sex
with my new partner and there was oral contact from
her in that area.  I have also taken Cialis during
sex and then stopped taking it afterwards.  Stopping
the cialis is consistent on both instances of getting
the acne or rash.  Aveeno bath oats made the zits
dry up in both cases, whereas, Neosporin and Eucerin
seemed to make it worse or mulitply.  I saw an emergency
room Doc. who didn't think it was herpes possibly
because they dried up within 24 hours, but was uncertain
of the cause.  I forgot to mention the cialis to him.
It is upsetting to think that it may be herpes or
some other STD.  I have no discharge or discomfort
urinating.  I have single zits in other places,
navel, nose, side torso, but these may be places I
touched after touching the zits on my penis.  I still
have red marks, though no zits remain from the initial
outbreak on my leg and thigh area.  I did read that
rashes are a side effect of cialis, but there is little
detail on what that means.  In both cases there was cialis,
oral contact, and afterwards no cialis and cream applied
when the zits first appeared.  In both cases, Aveeno was
effective in drying up the zits, though they might have dried
on their own without creams being added.  The doctor said
that there was no test for herpes, though I have read otherwise.
I know I am being tested for STD's that I am likely not
to have, but it is herpes or a viral infection that I
want to be able to be tested for.  I am near Tufts if you
can suggest a local clinic.  I have no health ins. and no
primary Doctor.  The bumps are not terribly itchy, though
there is some sensitivity in the center of each, especially
after they dry up and scab over (tiny scab like the size of a pore).  They are a bit sore, mainly when rubbed.  The ones
in the groin/leg area were the worst because of the friction in
that area.  They certainly seem to respond to Aveeno best.
It drys them at the center leaving a tiny red scab.  They
are nearly uniform in size and spread over the shaft.  The
latest ones appearing near the top of my scrotum.  It flared
up after seeing the doctor on Sat.  I had only 5 or so bumps
then.  It grew to about 30 and now appears to be dying down.
Thanks much for your help.

[Alan Rockoff, MD]

This does not sound like herpes or an STD.  It sounds more like irritation, possibly aggravated by rubbing the spots.  When you get a cluster, leave them alone so as not to confuse the issue and show a doctor.  Tufts has a guide STD clinic.  Whoever did the STD tests for you ought to be able to tell by looking.  There are tests for herpes: cultures and blood tests, and the doctor who examines you can tell whether you need them.  I don't think Cialis has anything to do with this.

Take care.

Dr. Rockoff

[gissy21]

Im so sorry to post here but i desperately need advice...really need some answers or words of knowledge. Here is a little brief history: Around the end of August or beginning of september I had unprotected sex with a guy for about 20 minutes ( one time) and then about 2 weeks later (september 15) I had sex again with a new partner ( my current boyfriend), also unprotected, I know very stupid of me.

Around the last days of October, I developed a very big painful rash in between my buttocks and vaginal lips. I tought at that time that it was irritation from a maxi pad. About a week and a half later the rash started healing, but soon after I developed a smaller rash in the two sides of my vaginal opening, with red painful bumps. I also got this open tear (like a paper cut) right in the area between the vaginal opening and the anal opening. Must i add that this was the same area that I got teared when I had sex before from lack of lubrication.

Up to this day, I still have this rash. It goes away for about 2-3 days and then apprears again, also with the tear. I went to planned parenthood about 2 weeks ago and tested for HSV 1 and 2 and for yeast infection. This last Friday, they called me back and informed me that I was HSV 2 negative, but HSV 1 positive. She made it seem like no big deal, and told me it was nothing to worry about.

The yeast test also came back negative. my doubts are that I still have this damn rash and I do not know what is, it really is ruining me, i have not had sex since then because I am afraid. I was wondering if it might have been too early to take the test and if anybody knows anything about what might be causing this rash. I called the herpes hotline and they said that 2 months is too long for a herpes outbreak.

I am very scared and confused and depressed because I do not know where to turn. I have no health insurance, and do not what to do. If anyone has ever been through this or has any information, please help a desperate girl out. I also add that I am diabetic type 1, dont know if this might have anything to do with this.Also, is there any other condition that might include these symptoms.Thank you so much reading all this and wish me the best of luck. God Bless!!