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Question: i got a new small ulcer on bottom part of my penis shaft. it doesnt hurt or irtch. its about size of pencil eraser head. not bleeding. i had unprotectected oral sex with multiple women who are in prostitution in canada about 3 weeks ago and further back as well. i was told it was safe to have oral sex with a women. i got myself tested and waiting for results. what do you think i may have contracted ? i have no other symptoms just this little ulcer on my penis. i noticed it 5 days ago when i felt an itching sensation and i rubbed the area and my fingure was a little moist. no itching or painful urination. no fever or flu like symptoms. the area has not healed yet so i am doubting its from the blowjob ( teath cut)
Brief Answer:
STD ulcer possibility has to be ruled out.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HCM.
Thanks for posting your query.
Oral sex carries a lower risk for STD/HIV compared to that of vaginal and anal sex. At the same time, it is not an absolute safe procedure. Especially when there is multi-partner oral sex, the risk increases.
Among ulcer producing lesions of STDs, Herpes simplex lesion is common to acquire through oral sex.
There is a possibility for trauma also due to nail or teeth.
As there is no itching associated, non-STD skin conditions and secondary infections are unlikely.
A careful examination and investigations will either confirm or rule out STD. Consult a physician and follow his/her advice and get cured soon. Avoid multi partner oral sex. Safe sex practice (with condoms) is good with oral sex also.
Dr S.Murugan
STD ulcer possibility has to be ruled out.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HCM.
Thanks for posting your query.
Oral sex carries a lower risk for STD/HIV compared to that of vaginal and anal sex. At the same time, it is not an absolute safe procedure. Especially when there is multi-partner oral sex, the risk increases.
Among ulcer producing lesions of STDs, Herpes simplex lesion is common to acquire through oral sex.
There is a possibility for trauma also due to nail or teeth.
As there is no itching associated, non-STD skin conditions and secondary infections are unlikely.
A careful examination and investigations will either confirm or rule out STD. Consult a physician and follow his/her advice and get cured soon. Avoid multi partner oral sex. Safe sex practice (with condoms) is good with oral sex also.
Dr S.Murugan
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
i got tested for type 2 herpes. this is very scary news. how do i tell my wife.?
Brief Answer:
Depends upon the outcome of the results
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome back.
Hi,
I think results of your tests are yet to be received. If they came negative you need not tell about these to your wife. If anything came positive (Eg:HSV type 2), then follow the advice by your physician regarding treatment, follow up, how to reveal the things to your wife , when to have sex etc. It would not be a big problem as your chances of getting STD/HIV are low.
Dr S.Murugan
Depends upon the outcome of the results
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome back.
Hi,
I think results of your tests are yet to be received. If they came negative you need not tell about these to your wife. If anything came positive (Eg:HSV type 2), then follow the advice by your physician regarding treatment, follow up, how to reveal the things to your wife , when to have sex etc. It would not be a big problem as your chances of getting STD/HIV are low.
Dr S.Murugan
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
thank you dr. i am sorry I should say I got tested positive for type 2 herpes (genital). so my question is what do i do now ? can i have regular intercourse with my wife or use condom only. ? i am taking anti viral medicine now..when i realized i had an infection (5 days ago due to skin ulcer/lesion) i already had sex with my wife..will the infection pass onto her now as well ?
Brief Answer:
Can have intercourse with wife in the absence of any recurrence or lesions.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome back.
We cannot rule out the possibility of your wife got infected with HSV 2 infection through your last contact. In women it usually remains asymptomatic or unnoticed due to their anatomical situation.
During the recurrence avoid intercourse with your wife. There is a possibility of infection few days before and after a recurrence due to viral shedding.
Dr S.Murugan
Can have intercourse with wife in the absence of any recurrence or lesions.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome back.
We cannot rule out the possibility of your wife got infected with HSV 2 infection through your last contact. In women it usually remains asymptomatic or unnoticed due to their anatomical situation.
During the recurrence avoid intercourse with your wife. There is a possibility of infection few days before and after a recurrence due to viral shedding.
Dr S.Murugan
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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| Diseases and Conditions | Sexually transmitted disease, HIV, Herpes simplex |
| Medical Topics | Hsv |
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