A little concerned

Hello,

I recently had an encounter with a gentleman in a theater, and our genitals touched for a brief moment.  I could tell that there was a bit of fluid on him that he had secreted, and upon realizing this, I stopped.  Should I be concerned about HSV or the clap?

[H. Hunter Handsfield, M.D.]

The risk is zero or close to it.  I don't think you need to worry about HSV, gonorrhea (clap), or any other STD.

Best wishes--  HHH, MD