Dr. Shah Sushma Kant
HIV/AIDS specialist
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Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I am concerned about sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), after going to a massage parlor. There was no sex (oral, anal, or vaginal), and no hand job. I did not inspect her hands for cuts or sores, but I saw no blood smear. I put a t-shirt between myself and the massage table. About four weeks later, I had itching on my left leg. I had no other symptoms. The rash lasted about four weeks. It finally went away with medications. Do I need to be concerned?
Kindly help.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.
Thank you for your query. I understand your concern and reviewed your pictures (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). It is a huge rash. You have to consult a dermatologist. I suggest you to follow a few things mentioned below. Apply Betnovate and Lacto calamine lotion twice daily for 15 days. Take tablet Montuk 10 mg once at night for 7 to 10 days. Get the fourth-generation CMIA (Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immuno Assay) kit test done. Drink plenty of water.
I hope this has helped you. Thank you.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Why do you think it is a sexually transmitted disease?
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
In massage parlors, even bed sheet napkins may cause HSV or STD.
I hope this has helped you. Thank you.
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