When I was in college (about 11 years ago), I had a rash of bumps on my groin area that was in the pubic hair region, scrotum and thighs. However, this rash was also in my armpit, ankles and upper chest though not as prevalent in these areas as the rash was in my groin. I suppose that the armpit and ankles rash could have been unrelated to the groin rash but they seemed similar. The best I can remember, the bumps were fluid filled but were slightly milky and seemed to be focused on my hair follicles. These scabbed over and I have no scars from the rash. I also had swollen lymph nodes in my groin. I thought this was jock itch at first and went to a college physician who noted I had some "infected hair follicles in my groin area" (in his words) and then asked if I had been sexually active and suggested I had herpes. I had not had sexual intercourse at that time in my life but had received oral sex with my girlfriend. I did not have any test done while I had the rash. A few years later I decided to have a herpes blood test done. It came back negative for HSV-1 and HSV-2. This was comforting to hear but the more I learn about herpes, the more I wonder what else could have caused my rash years ago. It still makes me concerned that I have HSV. I have never had a cold sore and have not had a rash in my groin since this happened. Should I still be concerned? Would having another test be a good idea? Any idea what could have caused the rash if not herpes? I really appreciate your help.