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What Causes Burning Sensation In Scrotum Post Unprotected Sex?

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Posted on Tue, 6 Jan 2015
Question: I had unprotected sex 18 hours ago and now have burning in my scrotum, what may I have contracted?
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Answered by Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti (11 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Due to irritation or infection.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for query.I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
All unprotected intercourses do not lead to STDs.
Burning scrotum may be due to irritation or STDs or allergy or else.
You please drink plenty of water and maintain genital hygiene.
You can as precautionary measure take the antibiotics.
Observe for development of any symptoms like discharge, rash, burning urination, swellings etc.
Check with the partner for any symptoms or diseases.

You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Dermatologist and venereologist

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Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti

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What Causes Burning Sensation In Scrotum Post Unprotected Sex?

Brief Answer: Due to irritation or infection. Detailed Answer: Hi Thank you for query.I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query. All unprotected intercourses do not lead to STDs. Burning scrotum may be due to irritation or STDs or allergy or else. You please drink plenty of water and maintain genital hygiene. You can as precautionary measure take the antibiotics. Observe for development of any symptoms like discharge, rash, burning urination, swellings etc. Check with the partner for any symptoms or diseases. You can get back for any clarification. Thank you Dr Bharatesh D Basti Dermatologist and venereologist