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I have what looks like stretch marks by my scrotum and leg. i had protected sex and a week ago. herpes? no bumps just red line-like rash.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Not herpes: For sure this isn't herpes. Almost certainly it is no STD of any kind, and probably not from your recent sexual exposure. But see a doctor if you remain concerned.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/16/2015

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