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I had unprotected sex and now 3 days later i've have a fishy smell from my penis still, i have washed many times but it will not go. please help ?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Unprotected sex: Consider STD testing if you have engaged in risky sexual practice.

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/10/2017

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