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Is it genital herpes or something else?
I haven't been sexually active for the past 6 months, and I use a condom all the time. Lately, after wrestling practice, I have been feeling a burning sensation right on the base of where my penis and testicles meet (to the side near the base of the penis). When I pour cold water over it, it gives a slightly irritating burning sensation. It does not itch, no tingling feeling, and no red soreness or any type of cut, sores or blisters that I can see. I've been having this sensation for over a week now. I see no sores or blisters whatsoever. If I rub the area, just a feeling of tenderness. Is this a symptom of genital herpes? Is it possible to have this feeling without any outbreak whatsoever?
Fungal infections don't always show any skin abnormality. Sometimes you may just experience itching.
As you feel the stinging deeper than the skin surface and you are concerned, it is wise to make an appointment with your doctor and get checked out.
As you feel the stinging deeper than the skin surface and you are concerned, it is wise to make an appointment with your doctor and get checked out.
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