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white heads/bumps

okay, so about 5 days ago I had sex for the first time...unprotected...stupid... about 2 days later I noticed about 10 red bumps with little whiteheads had developed around the base of my penis and the groin area above it. they don't hurt or itch and when you squeeze them they pop like a whitehead would. what do you think this is? folliculitis? std?
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563773 tn?1374246539
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Hello,
Without examination,confirmation of a diagnosis is tough,but it sounds like folliculitis or rash due to friction rub.

Pls keep the area clean and apply some topical antiseptics. Also wear loose-fitting cotton clothing and use an antibacterial soap or mild soap like dove.Avoid any kind of cosmetics. Topical antibiotics such as mupirocin or neomycin containing ointment are also useful.In case the symptoms persist then oral antibiotics may be needed.Pls consult a dermatologist in that case.

Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or in case you have any additional doubts.Kind regards.

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More like candidiasis thn anything else.Application of candid creme should suffice if persists do consult.
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