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HHH, MD
Could a slightly swollen and sore lymph node on my right pubic region be caused by something other than herpes? I am assumming that the swelling and tenderness could be from any bacterial or fungal infection. Is that correct to think or should I heighten my fears of an STD?
As I have said many times, whenever a person suspects his or her own symptoms likely have a psychological or emotional origin, probably they are almost always right. But in your case, you also have overt, visible symptoms. If the penile lesions persist another 1-2 weeks, or if they go away and return, it would make sense to see a provider.
HHH, MD
Thanks doc I greatly appreciate your time, this site has helped me relax in the past days as I have read every single account of herpes. I wish everyone posting questions the best of luck with their inquiries.
Like many others, I can think of nothing else and am obsessing over this whole thing. My sensations seem hightened as I am constantly checking for discharge or anythign else. A couple of the bumps are a bit sore but look the same as they did from the very first day. I am on day 5 since they first appeared. Could my brain be taking over and causing things to seem more pronounced, as I am in constant "awareness" of my genital region. Any thoughts on when I should see a doc if the symptoms persist?
Any inflammatory condition of the genital area, legs or feet, no matter what the cause, can cause lymphadenopathy (lymph node inflammation) in the groin. If you have lymphadenopathy, it's undoubtedly due to the same non-STD problem. That symptom doesn't alter my opinion or advice.
HHH, MD
Your description doesn't sound much like herpes, either the time course of your symptoms or the location of the lesions, And the onset is too late to be suspicious of catching during the exposure 6 weeks previously. Most important, you have seen a provider--a dermatologist, no less--who said it isn't herpes. You should take his opinion at face value; don't try to spin it based on your reading of his attitude. But of course return to him (or get another opinion) if the symptoms persist or recur. But don't worry about herpes.
Good luck-- HHH, MD