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A 25-year-old female asked:
My boyfriend has some red spots on the penis, which are not bumps, no pus filled and are patchy. no itching. i have itching around my mouth. hsv?
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Dr. Hunter Handsfieldanswered
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
Doubt herpes. Yeast?: This description doesn't sound at all like herpes. I would be more suspicious of a yeast (Candida) infection, especially if his red spots are on the head of the penis and he is uncircumcised. You both should see a doctor or clinic to check it out, preferably together.
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