Hi.
If it is possible to avoid sexual activity at this point, to give the genitalia a chance to heal may be a way of prevention. Protected sex may also help but just make sure that there are no known allergies to latex as there are cases of latex allergies and this may only aggravate the condition. Washing after sexual activity and using a mild cleanser in washing the area will be helpful. For uncircumcised males, good genital hygiene has to be practiced.
Here is a url to guide you:http://www.stdservices.on.net/std/balanitis/facts.htm
Any ideas to preventing this from happening?
Thank you!
Hi.
This may be a mild irritation caused by the sexual activity. A balanitis is also a primary differential. Balanitis is not necessarily a sexually transmitted disease but it may manifest as a dermatitis.
You had a consult with your physician and at this point this does not sound very urgent.Your STD tests also showed negative results. This should offer some form of relief.
Avoid applying any lotions or creams on the area unless these have been prescribed by your physician.