What is the cause for swelling of the foreskin with red patches after sex?
Patient: Hello dr a few days ago i had unprotected sex with a new partner 2 days later my foreskin swelled up and i have red patches on the head of my penis. It doesnt burn when i pee but i do have a burning sensation on the head of penis and foreskin. Is this a std or just a yeast infection please help Doctor: HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have developed red patches and swelling of foreskin and glans after unprotected sex .This is most likely to be due to infection of foreskin and glans (Ballano-Posthatitis).However in view of having unprotected sex possibility of STD has to be ruled out.Please get basic screening test for STD done to be rest assured about free from acquiring STD.You need to take broad spectrum antibiotic like Cefexine along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily.along with topical antibiotic ointment like Neosporin twice daily.Ensure to wash your genitals with warm water twice dailyEnsure to avoid sexual encounters till it heals up completely.Dr.Patil.