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What Causes Red Spots Behind My Scrotum?
Hi so recently I was showering and when drying me self off I noticed a few pimple sized red spots behind my scrotum, for the most part they are not raised and do not hurt or itch, in fact if I had not physically seen them I would have never known about them. I work in a auto shop in very heavy pants so I have been getting normal sweat pimples occasionally but I feel the proximity and area of these are a little different. The last time I had sex was probably a month ago and it was fully protected with just a short bit of unprotected oral. And as of today i have been feeling a little bit clammy and off the weather but Intend to over myself so it could be that, along with recent lack of sleep the past few nights, but after drinking a bit of water felt a lot better. My question to you is how closely do any of these symptoms correspond to a std such as herpes. I know nothing is certain over the internet but a little peace of mind will make me feel better
Mon, 2 Feb 2015
Hi there
The symptoms that you have described is most likely to be a fungal infection which occurs after skin excoriation caused by sweat. Fungal infections can be treated relatively easily but some modification in clothing will allow it to heal faster. Try wearing looser clothing or clothing that will not make you sweat as much. When sleeping , if possible , wear as little clothes that cover your pubic area as possible. Antifungal creams/ointments such as Ketozole / Clotrimazole /Lamisil etc. should be applied on the area. Remember , scratching will only allow the infection to spread faster and delay healing. A mild antihistamine will help if the itching is affecting your daily activities.
The symptoms that you have described is most likely to be a fungal infection which occurs after skin excoriation caused by sweat. Fungal infections can be treated relatively easily but some modification in clothing will allow it to heal faster. Try wearing looser clothing or clothing that will not make you sweat as much. When sleeping , if possible , wear as little clothes that cover your pubic area as possible. Antifungal creams/ointments such as Ketozole / Clotrimazole /Lamisil etc. should be applied on the area. Remember , scratching will only allow the infection to spread faster and delay healing. A mild antihistamine will help if the itching is affecting your daily activities.
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