The first photo was the first day and the second was a couple days later. I have had this same “raw” area come and go for years. Been to doctors and been told its yeast, intertrigo, etc. Went to the doctor, they did a biopsy and am waiting on the results. I have read that genital herpes is easily misdiagnosed and I am freaking out wondering if thats the case here. Any thoughts, please someone reply. Sorry for the hair do not want to aggravate the area by shaving.
Its hard to say..,, what other symptoms are you experiencing?
No other symptoms. It seems to heal faster if I keep the area dry. I have had this come up before and been to the doctor. But I have done some research that has me scared of herpes as it seems that it can go undetected. I have had blood work and urine work that comes back normal and std panels but my research showed that herpes is not routinely tested for. I mean it hurts if you touch it as the skin is raw and if you pat it toilet tissue there is a foul odor. It is about an inch max from my tailbone.
yeah it looks very sore to the touch, Im thinking it could be irritation from sweating or friction from your clothes. I'm wondering if a cortisone cream would help it heal. I think you should try that but also too get it swabbed because thats the only def way to know of it is herpes. Best of luck to you!!
I had a biopsy done and the dermatologist did nit seem concerned at the time. I do sweat a lot and feel like I notice it getting like that during times I sweat more. I will know tomorrow. I am just nervous as its for sure a problem I had had before. I had a doctor 2 years ago say it was a fissure, and give a cortizone cream. However, the dermatologist said it was not that. I have had this issue as far back as 4/5 years that I can recall. Been with the same sexual partner for 2 years, so needless to say I am super stressed. Thank you.
I know its frustrating dealing with this and not knowing exactly what the cause is and getting the run around from these drs. I hope you get an answer soon so you can relieve some of the stress. The only other suggestion i have is maybe trying rubbing some virgin coconut oil on that area to see if it helps to soothe it some. Fingers crossed for good news!!!
UPDATE!!!! Not herpes, doctor said I have recurring intertrigo.
Thank you so much for responding. It is not herpes, which is great news.
awesome news!!!
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u think this is herpes?
It doesnt really resemble the typical herpes out break. What symptoms are you having? To me it almost looks like eczema or contact dermatitis.
hey man! did you ever find out what this is? I have a similar symptom. doesn't look as bad as yours but its redness in my butt crack and a little painful. doctor thinks it might be hsv. like you i've had it coming and going for years.