Some people may experience genital itching after sexual intercourse. It can usually occur due to a lack of lubrication or dry skin in the genitals. However, if itching persists, it could indicate signs of allergic reactions and infections, including sexually transmitted infections.
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I have scrotal dermatitis with occasional mild itching. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 44-year-old male, and I have an itchy and reddish scrotum. Nine years ago, I had a fungal infection, and after treatment, it subsided. Since then, I have had few minor breakouts of fungal infection now and then, which were treated with Fluconazole and Candid cream. Four years ago, I... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The photograph attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) is scrotal dermatitis. It is a feature of lichen simplex chronicus which means your itching aggravates the condition, and once you stop itching, the condition will also subside. I would sugge... Read Full »
My crotch is itching and I have inflammation in my penis after sex. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I got inflammation in my penis after having sex. It has stayed for ten days, with no discharge but itching around the crotch. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please help me with a few details so that we can get to the bottom of your concerns: Are you diabetic or hypertensive? Was this sexual contact with your regular partner or with someone new? Did you use a condom? How long after the sexual in... Read Full »
I have been having itching and red marks on my penis head after having sexual intercourse. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor, I had sex with my girlfriend. After that, my girlfriend also had an itching problem as same as me. My penis tip is itching and there are red marks on my penis head. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq. Yes, both may be suffering from STDs (Sexually Transmitted Diseases). I suggest you to follow a few instructions mentioned below. Maintain hygiene, wash with lukewarm water and betadine solution thoroughly at least three times a day. Apply Fucidin (Fusi... Read Full »