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Had Protected Sex And Noticed Rashes And Spots On Penile. Developed Patches On Leg. Can This Be HIV Infection Or Psoriasis?
Question: Hi doctor previously i had protected sex and there are rashes and spots on my penile and after anti fungal cream the patches has cleared or the redish has reduced . Noted that i have currently development some patched on my leg and i have a history of psoraisi . Can this be HIV or it is just psoraisis
Brief Answer:
photograph required
Detailed Answer:
Hello Thanks for the query.
You mentioned that you had a protected intercourse. Hence possibility of hiv can be ruled out.
Also hiv cannot present in just few days.
There are two possibilities
1. Psoriasis of the penis .
2.An allergic reaction.
I would like to see a photograph of the lesions.
This will help me In giving a closer diagnosis.
please upload a photograph.
Waiting for your response.
thank you
photograph required
Detailed Answer:
Hello Thanks for the query.
You mentioned that you had a protected intercourse. Hence possibility of hiv can be ruled out.
Also hiv cannot present in just few days.
There are two possibilities
1. Psoriasis of the penis .
2.An allergic reaction.
I would like to see a photograph of the lesions.
This will help me In giving a closer diagnosis.
please upload a photograph.
Waiting for your response.
thank you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Hi doctor the lesion i have checked with a dermologist and he told me it is due to psoraisis . Recently i felt that my testicals is red and sticky however it doesnt itch. The rashes will reduce as soln i applied the anti fungal cream. Can it be herpes ? Since it has been for two month. I have tested for hiv and siliphis and it came back negative. Hence hiv can be ruled out . I am just worried doctor please help thanks.
Brief Answer:
not herpes
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the photograph.
Dont worry its not herpes.
Lesion or herpes are very superficial and water filled.
Its looking like psoriatic lesion only.
Apply a mild steroid like fluticasone, you will get relief.
Jut relax you dont have a STD.
Thank you
not herpes
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the photograph.
Dont worry its not herpes.
Lesion or herpes are very superficial and water filled.
Its looking like psoriatic lesion only.
Apply a mild steroid like fluticasone, you will get relief.
Jut relax you dont have a STD.
Thank you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Hi doctor thank you. However why do i have red testicals and it is sticky. It is not itchy however. Can it be fungal ? Can i leave it alone and change the way i eat and hygine and see how it goes after that?
Brief Answer:
please follow the following
Detailed Answer:
Hello
see testicles are due to peeling of skin which is Common in psoriasis.
it is not fungal but there is a chance of development of fungal infection as the skin is peeled off.
Better apply a mild steroid cream in night and an anti fungal powder in day.
yes Hygiene is very important.
you can do normal Saline compress.
Thank you
please follow the following
Detailed Answer:
Hello
see testicles are due to peeling of skin which is Common in psoriasis.
it is not fungal but there is a chance of development of fungal infection as the skin is peeled off.
Better apply a mild steroid cream in night and an anti fungal powder in day.
yes Hygiene is very important.
you can do normal Saline compress.
Thank you
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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