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Genital Hygiene

Maintaining good genital hygiene helps prevent infection and the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases. Wash your genitals with mild soap and water. Avoid using fragrant and harsh soaps and hot water to clean your genital area. Always pat dry with a soft towel and avoid rubbing the area.

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I have rashes on my penis a second time. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, For the second time I have suffered a rash on the glans of my penis in this year. This time the rash was more intense in color. There has never been any itching or pain associated with this rash. But, just a scary looking color. I was tested for all STD and STI infections before a month ...  Read Full »


Dr. Khant Shahil Ramesh Bhai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, do not worry as you do not have penile cancer. This is a recurrent attack of balanoposthitis. You should get tested for diabetes. For tight foreskin, you need circumcision. Also, if you are using a condom or any jelly during intercourse, then that might be...  Read Full »

I developed razor rashes and got chills. Are they related?

Query: Hello doctor,I am 21 years old. I shaved my pubic area recently. I developed razor rashes. However, today I developed premenstrual symptoms. But this is the first time I have had chills in premenstrual symptoms. Currently, I am on a Loradatine tablet. Is everything related? Kindly help.  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for trusting us with your health care. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. Your symptoms suggest vaginitis (vaginal infection), mainly due to a fungal infection. I suggest you keep the area dry and clean, drink a lot of warm w...  Read Full »

My vagina itches and hurts during my period. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 11 years old. I am on my period. My vagina hurts and itches during the period. Why? Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. At the young age of 11, itching around the time period may be just a minor infection. Usual infections are respiratory infections or urinary infections. If you have any respiratory infection, suppose you cough into your hands later if you wash your genitals with the s...  Read Full »

Why does my penis head itch with white substance formation?

Query: Hello doctor, I have noticed the presence of a white creamy substance under the foreskin and on the glans, accompanied by slight itching. This issue has been observed for the past 20 days, and I have observed that the formation of the white substance increases when hygiene is neglected. Please help....  Read Full »


Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. It appears to be Candidal balanoposthitis, a common condition in men who are diabetic. Typical symptoms include itching, soreness, white patches on the penis head, swelling, irritation, pain, or burning. I sug...  Read Full »

I have three boils in my pubic region. Is it due to the old razor used for shaving?

Query: Hi doctor,I have three boils on my pubic region. I just traveled, and while getting back, I started getting this. I shaved this area with an old razor, I think, and used towels from the hotel and common toilets. Currently, I am applying antiseptic cream. Can you diagnose online if I send the picture...  Read Full »


Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is an erosion or ulcer in the pubic region with a secondary bacterial infection. Apply T-bact ointment (Mupirocin ointment) twice daily for ten days. Clean the area with Povidone-iodine (antiseptic solution) and cotton daily for two weeks and then apply cream or oint...  Read Full »

I have vaginal itching that interferes with daily life. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I have vaginal itching, which interferes with daily tasks. It is so uncomfortable, and a constant issue. The area is also slightly swollen. I have taken Paracetamol when it hurts very badly. Please help. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hi, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinions. I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing discomfort. Itching and swelling in the vaginal area can be caused by various factors, like infections, allergies, or irritation. It is important ...  Read Full »

I developed red bumps on my penis after sex. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, Twelve days ago I had protected sex with a girl I did not know after a night out. I showered that night maybe an hour afterward and used a perfume-smelling body wash or shampoo. Whether it was in my head or actual, the next day I noticed an itchiness or rather a need to readjust my penis ...  Read Full »


Dr. Shanza Ikram

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case in detail. Well, you need not worry about any STD or fungal infection or jock itch or even about herpes as your lesions are not active right now. There is only mild redness which could be remnant of balanitis or friction. At the moment no s...  Read Full »

Is it harmful to use antiseptic handwash on my penis?

Query: Hi doctor, My partner and I had sex yesterday night. I used condoms and after sex, I washed my penis with plain water and not with soap. I rinsed my mouth with plain water, I did not brush. After four hours, I washed my penis with Dettol hand wash. After that, I took a bath tonight. I am worried now...  Read Full »


Dr. Ashwini. V. Swamy

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do not see anything to be worried here unless there are some symptoms you or your partner are experiencing. It is too early to have symptoms. I am not sure if you are worried about sexually transmitted infections. If so, you have used a condom while having intercour...  Read Full »

I have pain when I pee during my periods. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I have been on my period for 15 days so far, and I just noticed today when I pee it stings first and then goes away. I am a virgin. I also missed my period for a month or two before this occurred due to stress with classes.  Read Full »


Dr. Nadia Khan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is nothing to get stressed. You might be having urinary tract infection, which is very common in girls. You take care of your hygiene, especially during periods and frequent change sanitary towels and wash the area with plain water as many times as possible. Se...  Read Full »

My wife has bacterial vaginosis. Will vitamins help?

Query: Hi doctor, I got married seven months back and this is the fourth time she caught bacterial vaginosis (BV). She never had any symptoms before marriage. We have consulted a gynecologist all the four times. She will prescribe antibiotics and other stuff and that successfully treat her for some time. I...  Read Full »


Dr. Neha Rathod

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please get her sugar levels checked. It may seem a bit weird, but at times the main reason for recurrent vaginal infection could be low immune status. Yes, taking vitamin supplements will help her boost her immunity. You can discuss this with her doctor and get started w...  Read Full »

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