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Whom should I consult for a rash that appeared after unprotected sex?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I had unprotected sex about one and a half month ago. A few days later, I saw a few things that concerned me. So, about a week later, I got tested for all the common STDs and the results came back negative. But, I am still having the same issue, but not as bad as before. I have been having three tiny red bumps like rash that are occasionally itchy and possibly a weird smell. After a while, I assumed it was a yeast infection. I started taking over-the-counter Azo pill and yeast cream, but nothing really is disappearing. Please help me.

Answered by Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran is a well-experienced Obstetrics and Gynecologist with 36 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Karnataka University in 1988. He then did his DA from the University of Mysore in 1991. He then completed his DGO from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai in 2008. He is currently working at Andro and Gynecare Clinic, Cochin, Kerala.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

  • You should apply antifungal ointment for some more time. Also, you may need oral antimicrobials and antifungal.
  • Doxycycline can be tried for two weeks with continuation of ointment. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and take the medicine with consent.
  • You need to treat your partner also or else the infection will come back to you.

For further information consult a sexologist online.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

What is your opinion regarding my infection? Which specialist doctor should I visit for Doxycycline prescription? Does the visual symptom look bad? Will it disappear completely? What specific brand of antimicrobials and antifungal should I use? I am freaked out a little, because I do not ever use protection.

Answered by Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran is a well-experienced Obstetrics and Gynecologist with 36 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Karnataka University in 1988. He then did his DA from the University of Mysore in 1991. He then completed his DGO from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai in 2008. He is currently working at Andro and Gynecare Clinic, Cochin, Kerala.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

  • You have tested for commonest sexually transmitted diseases and I hope all are negative.
  • Now, the rash and the smell could be of any of the above fungal or bacterial infection, which may not be detected by tests.
  • I could not find any lesions except very small red tiny bumps and do not think of any significance (attachment removed to protect patient identity).
  • Since you mentioned that you have taken Azithral (Azithromycin) and antifungal creams and found improvement, I suggested the next level of treatment.
  • Doxycycline will take care of chlamydial infections. You need to consult a venereal disease specialist or your general practitioner.

For further doubts consult a sexologist online.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At November 2, 2016
Reviewed At July 8, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran is a well-experienced Obstetrics and Gynecologist with 36 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Karnataka University in 1988. He then did his DA from the University of Mysore in 1991. He then completed his DGO from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai in 2008. He is currently working at Andro and Gynecare Clinic, Cochin, Kerala.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran is a well-experienced Obstetrics and Gynecologist with 36 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Karnataka University in 1988. He then did his DA from the University of Mysore in 1991. He then completed his DGO from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai in 2008. He is currently working at Andro and Gynecare Clinic, Cochin, Kerala.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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