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Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) are diseases that spread from person to person through sexual contact. Infectious organisms that inhabit the skin in the genital areas can be transmitted through vaginal secretions, semen, and blood during unprotected sex. Some of the most common STDs are chlamydia, chancroid, herpes, trichomoniasis, HIV, and human papillomavirus (HPV).

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I have white bump on penis with no pain or symptoms. What could it be?

Query: Hello doctor, I had a white bump on my penis for the past three months. It did not cause any pain when I touched it, and when I tried to remove it in the shower, it did not budge. It is single and there was nothing else resembling it that showed up on my penis. It showed up maybe a day or two after ...  Read Full »


Dr. Priya B. T

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The lesion is not looking like an STD (sexually transmitted disease). From your history, it is asymptomatic and pain free. Whitish concretions can form due to the collection of subpreputial discharge or it can be Fordyce's spot. Wart can be asymptotic and go for spontan...  Read Full »

What are the chances of getting HIV after taking post-exposure prophylaxis?

Query: Hello doctor, I have done some stupid things in my life. I had safe sex, but with many different girls. There was never a condom fail and each time I used a new condom. When I did it with the fourth girl, I noticed that the condom tip was broken. After that, I took PEP. On the 26th day post exposure...  Read Full »


Dr. Ashok Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. In my opinion, the chances of you getting an HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection is 0.001 % or less. I am glad to note that you have used a condom every single time and took all possible precautions. In fact, you...  Read Full »

What is the bump on my vagina along with skin rashes all over the body after intercourse?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 27-year-old female. I noticed a bump in my outer vagina after sexual intercourse. I also have skin rashes all over my body that look like mosquito bites.Kindly help.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Reetika

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern, and I will surely help you. You shared an image; I have gone through it, but it is unclear. So, I would request you to share a clearer image and an image of the rashes (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity). There i...  Read Full »

My penis is sore and painful after frequent sex. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I have had various symptoms throughout the week. I am a little worried as I have mild pain in my penis. I experience soreness and tenderness to pressure. However, I can walk, and I go to work every day. But I feel something abnormal. A day before the weekend, I had relaxed sex in the morn...  Read Full »


Dr. Saurabh Subhash Pandya

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. It seems like soreness. STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) take at least four to five days to develop, and there would be the formation of rash, ulceration, or burning sensation during urination. So, I would not w...  Read Full »

I have a constant urge to urinate with blood in my urine. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I recently started urinating blood when I go to the restroom. I have a constant urge to urinate, and I have no idea why this is happening out of the blue. I am a 36-year-old male, 6.2 feet tall, weighing 190 pounds. I have no medical issues or past history of kidney problems or cancer....  Read Full »


Dr. Mashfika N Alam

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Painless hematuria must be evaluated thoroughly and some factors must be taken into consideration like smoking, occupational exposure to certain substances, and a family history of kidney disease or cancer. Do not be alarmed, sometimes it may b...  Read Full »

I had unprotected sex. Can I have syphilis?

Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex a few months back. I observed bleeding from my vagina after a few days. There are no sores. But I am afraid. Can I have syphilis? Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Basti Bharatesh Devendra

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. I went through the reports (the attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). There are tiny water-filled lesions in the area marked. It may be due to irritation, friction, or scratching. Observe the area for a few days. It doe...  Read Full »

My partner is suffering from severe abdominal pains. Is it an STD?

Query: Hello doctor, A couple of years ago I had sex with a woman and the condom slipped off during withdrawal. I was concerned and got the NAAT chlamydia test. Later I have realized I peed too much in the cup. I am worried my test was false negative due to dilution. Unsure of the results I got tested agai...  Read Full »


Dr. Sugreev Singh

Answer: Hello, Welcome to Icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. There are rare chances that you have gotten any infection from previous intercourse because the condom slipped during withdrawal and not during intercourse. Another thing is even if you had chlamydia, then there should be symptoms like...  Read Full »

I have vaginal discharge, discomfort, and cramping after sex.

Query: Hello doctor, I had sexual contact with a new partner. My new partner told me he was free of any sexually transmitted diseases. However, I have been experiencing vaginal discharge, discomfort, and cramping. Previously I tested positive for chlamydia and cleared of lupus. I am currently not on any me...  Read Full »


Dr. Shah Sushma Kant

Answer: Hello, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion. I have gone through your medical reports (attachment are hidden to protect the patient's identity) and found that you have a previous history of chlamydia infection. You have been suffering f...  Read Full »

I am pregnant. Kindly suggest tests and treatments for STIs.

Query: Hello doctor, I am really scared and unsure about what is happening with my health, and I need your help. I recently found out that I am pregnant, and I am afraid I might have contracted a sexually transmitted infection that could affect my baby. I have been experiencing a fever, a sore throat, and ...  Read Full »


Dr. Khushbu

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. I understand your concerns about the potential impact of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) during pregnancy, and your commitment to safeguarding your baby's health is admirable. If you are experiencing symptoms like ...  Read Full »

I have a bony lump in my vaginal canal. What could this be?

Query: Hello doctor, I have a hard, bony-like lump inside my vaginal canal. There is no bleeding between periods, and I experience no pain. I feel a firm mass on the posterior side of the vaginal canal. Please help. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I can understand your concern. A bony-like ball inside the vaginal canal is not a normal finding, and you should seek medical advice as soon as possible. This symptom could be a sign of various conditions, including: Uterine fibroids: Th...  Read Full »

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