Medical Advice on "Venereology"

Why do I see red rash and tiny bumps on my penis again?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. Fungal infections are known for recurrence. It may be due to fungal infection as it is subsiding with Clotrimazole cream. I advise you to wear loose cotton gar...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti

What is the reason for the appearance of red color rashes on my penis even though STD tests are negative?

Hi, Welcome back to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. I have gone through the reports (attachments were removed to protect the patient's identity). With all the reports being negative, I think that the chance...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti

What is the difference between FTA-ABS test and VDRL test?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. If FTA-ABS (fluorescent treponemal antibody test absorption) test is positive, it will remain positive for lifetime. It suggests that you have been infected with syp...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula

Can I get an HSV-2 infection if the condom breaks in the middle of the intercourse?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Kindly answer me the following to help you better; 1) Is there fluid contact? 2) Is there any lesion after exposure? 3) Do you have blisters, erosions, or inflammatory bumps on your genitals? 4) Do you have ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Snehal Laul

What are the symptoms of concern after unprotected sex with an HSV-2-infected person?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Kindly answer me the following to help you better; 1) Have you done HSV 2 (herpes simplex virus 2) IgM (immunoglobulin M) test? 2) Do you have a fever? 3) Do you have any itching or irritation? Regards...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Snehal Laul

The new skin over my frenulum after a frenulum cut is white, wet, and peeling. Kindly help.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I hope you are keeping safe. I have read your history. Please understand that I will be able to access the severity of the wound only after seeing a well-focused photo of the lesion. Kindly revert with a photo...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sneha Mariam Varghese

How to confirm if I have a pelvic inflammatory disease?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. PID (pelvic inflammatory disease) diagnosis is typically based on presenting signs and symptoms of the patient. There may be fever, lower abdominal pain, new or different discharge, pain during intercourse, irregular bleed...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Ravinder Kaur Sachdeva

Should I take oral retinoids to get rid of my acne scars?

Hello, Welcome back to icliniq.com. I have seen the reports and the attached photographs of your acne (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), but from the photographs and grading your acne lesions, I do not find an indication f...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sneha Mariam Varghese

Why is the color of my urine consistently yellow from a year?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your history and complaints are suggestive of UTI (urinary tract infection), either resolved or partially treated. The color of urine is not a factor in deciding the status of the infection. Most people have an inherent...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula

Why is the rash on my genitals not getting cured even after taking Fluconazole?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the rash pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It looks like balanitis, which can be due to fungal infection or bacterial infection. The medications given to you were correct. I suggest y...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sampada Avinash Thakare