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What could cause recurrent, non-itchy bump on the penis?
Query: Hello doctor, I have noticed a scar like bump on my penis shaft, and it has not gone away for one month since I noticed it. I did have sex related sore in the same location several months earlier for what I believe to be friction burn, but have not been sexually active since one month. The mark doe... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Is the bump itchy? Or any discharge present? If itching present then whether it is more at night? When you had it the first time, did you took any medication for the same or it went of its own? In how many days? What about the size at that time? Do you have any history ... Read Full »
What could be the reason for itchy scrotum and cuts at the base of penis?
Query: Hello doctor, First, I went to the doctor for extremely itchy scrotum that felt as if it had cuts in it and red spots on my penis that dry white. My itchy scrotum is now healed but I have got little cuts at the base of my penis and those spots will not go. He gave me scabies cream but I do not know ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed the attached photograph (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and I can see few red erosions at the base of the penis. They can be either an irritant reaction to something you have applied over the penis or due to herpes virus infection which i... Read Full »
Can genital herpes be contracted from sharing water bottle?
Query: Hello doctor, My cousin was diagnosed with genital herpes a few days back. She also has a sore throat currently that the doctor thought was strep throat but the strep test was negative. I shared a water bottle with her recently. Could I have contracted herpes from sharing the water bottle? Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The sharing of water bottle is not known to spread herpes. Genital herpes spread through sexual route. The viral infection also can cause sore throat like influenza infection. It will give streptococcus negative test. Read Full »
Why are there red, burning patches in my pubic area?
Query: Hello doctor, I am sharing some images with you. These two patches were light pink in color and had just a weird bumpy texture. After I shaved over them, they are both very red, give a burning sensation, and look like actual sores. I do not know what they are. Does this look like an STD (sexually tr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I fully understand your concern and will surely help you. I have gone through the details you presented and the image shared by you (The images have been removed to protect the patient's privacy). Although it looks like herpes, and hence you may consider having an ST... Read Full »
Is it possible to spread HSV-2 infection from an infected woman to a man during sex?
Query: Hello doctor, I have some questions about herpes. If a woman having HSV-2 who does not have a flare-up or showing any signs of HSV-2 currently has unprotected vaginal intercourse with a man who does not have HSV-2 or any other STD, then what are the chance of her infecting him with HSV-2? What are t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I hope you are doing well. Coming back to your query. There are varied chances of transmission, which depend upon the presence of any blood contact or duration of exposure. The use of condoms markedly reduces the chances of transmission, but it can never become zero ev... Read Full »
What causes bumps on my penis without any symptoms?
Query: Hello doctor, I am having a bunch of bumps on my dick. I think it is because I jerk off a lot but I am not exactly sure what it is. I have no discomfort, no itching, no discharge. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com Are you having any pain or burning sensation? These lesions look like herpes simplex virus infection. It may cause lesions on face and genitals also. Use Acivir cream (Acyclovir), and tablet Acivir 400 mg thrice a day for five days. If symptoms are not improved, pleas... Read Full »
Why are watery bubbles present on either side of my penis?
Query: Hi doctor, I have small watery bubbles on either side of my penis and they seem to have grown in number in the last few weeks. First they appeared around three months back, but very less in number. They do not cause any irritation, but increased in number and looks ugly. I have not used any medicati... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can well understand your concern. These lesions (attachment removed to protect patient identity) seem to be those of herpes genitalis. They could have been acquired from your partner. I would advise you to get your HSV IgM and IgG (herpes sim... Read Full »
After sex, I found a red lump near my anus. What is it?
Query: Hello doctor, I had sex with a CSW (Community Sex Worker) last night. I only had a receiving unprotected sex for one to two minutes. We did not use any protection. We did not do anything other than that. I did not ejaculate in her mouth. I do not know about her HIV status. I am scared if there are a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The red sore is just a skin crack. I suggest you use triple antibiotic Neosporin (Bacitracin, Neomycin, and Polymyxin B) ointment twice daily. Unprotected sex is never safe though oral sex is still safer as compared to unprotected vaginal or anal sex. Nevertheless, the... Read Full »
Can I still get HIV with condoms due to my herpes infection?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a history of genital herpes, and the infected area is at the base of my penis where condoms do not cover. Should I worry about HIV(Human Immunodeficiency Virus) if I use condoms regularly in the future? Or will I get HIV despite using condoms because of my herpes infection? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. An open wound or raw area is a potential focus for acquiring viral infections like HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)when contacted with an infected partner. However, once the wound heals, the risk falls back to that of normal skin as elsewhere. The risk for HIV in your c... Read Full »
Despite medication, why do I still have balanitis?
Query: Hello doctor,I have balanitis on the head of my penis, below the foreskin. I am applying T-Bact and taking Augmentin 625 as an oral pill. It has been four days since I have started the medication. It is not going, though itching has reduced somewhat. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Balanitiscan be either bacterial, fungal, viral or non-infectious. The most common being fungal. It is difficult to say without seeing your clinical picture. Please attach your clinical picture along with your query so that it is convenient for me to comment on your con... Read Full »