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My partner got a red & irritated penis after we had sex. it occurred for the first time in 2 years of us being together. any advice why its caused?

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Dr. Rafael Lugo answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Maybe: Maybe not enough lubrication. Or maybe it was already irritated and the friction made it worse.

Dr Kwok agreed

Answered 8/20/2016

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