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Hello Doc. Recently I had an encounter with a woman I met for first time. She definitely seemed the promiscuous type. What occurred is basically self-masturbation but we did touch each other and I am concerned that I may have touched her and then myself causing infection. At one point she climbed on top of me and tried to insert my penis but I declined. I did not enter her vagina but very good possibility my penis head may have brushed it slightly. This was 7 days ago. I have since developed a small red - what looks like - rash on my penis head. It is small. I also have cold / allergy symptons. What are my chances of catching something from this episode? Do I need to be tested?
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
I can't diagnose the rash and won't try. Not knowing the cause, I cannot recommend cortisone or any other treatment. An online forum is not a substitute for direct examination and care. See a health professional.
Hi Doctor...thanks so much for your prompt response.
The girl in question claims that she is disease free so I am starting to feel a little better but still concerned about the rash on my penis head.
More I think about it, I may have had similar rash before. Not even sure if I should call it a rash as it looks like very very small pimples, one isolated single pimple on one side and on the other side (one the edge of the mushroom, if I can call it that?), about 3 small pimples close to each other with some redness around them.
Could this be irritation from clothing, or maybe urine or something? Any thoughts on this? I realize it is difficult to conclude for sure without seeing but wondering what else might cause this, besides the STD that I fear! Should I try a cortizone cream or something else over the counter to see if it goes away?
Thanks again.
The girl in question claims that she is disease free so I am starting to feel a little better but still concerned about the rash on my penis head.
More I think about it, I may have had similar rash before. Not even sure if I should call it a rash as it looks like very very small pimples, one isolated single pimple on one side and on the other side (one the edge of the mushroom, if I can call it that?), about 3 small pimples close to each other with some redness around them.
Could this be irritation from clothing, or maybe urine or something? Any thoughts on this? I realize it is difficult to conclude for sure without seeing but wondering what else might cause this, besides the STD that I fear! Should I try a cortizone cream or something else over the counter to see if it goes away?
Thanks again.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
You describe a very low risk event. Theoretically some STDs, in particular herpes and HPV, can be transmitted by non-pentrating sex, such as genital apposition or hand-genital contact. However, it rarely occurs in real life. "Brushed lightly" with the vaginal opening probably carries no significant risk.
I cannot judge the red spot on your penis. If you are certain it is abnormal, see a health care provider. Other than that, I see no reason for examination or testing for STDs.
Best wishes-- HHH, MD
I cannot judge the red spot on your penis. If you are certain it is abnormal, see a health care provider. Other than that, I see no reason for examination or testing for STDs.
Best wishes-- HHH, MD
Doc - I forgot to mention that the reddish rash on my penis is not itchy or uncomfortable. I can't feel it at all.
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Herpes spreads by oral, vaginal and anal sex.
Herpes sores blister, then burst, scab and heal.
STIs are the most common cause of genital sores.
Millions of people are diagnosed with STDs in the U.S. each year.
STDs can't be transmitted by casual contact, like hugging or touching.
Syphilis is an STD that is transmitted by oral, genital and anal sex.
