Funny Feeling

[LAX]

Like 2 weeks ago I had sex with someone I met at a bar. We use protection for intercourse. We did alot of grinding, even with the condom.

Since then I had a warm feeling all over my genital area....It comes and goes...I urinate fine and all that good stuff, since I used a condom...BUt reading some of these pots I am concerned it might be herpes.

I went for a test today...any thoughts...

[getSTDtested Administrator]

Well, you are definitely smart to get tested. Even without symptoms, it is recommended that all sexually active adults get screened for STD's regularly, especially if you have a new partner or multiple partners. It sounds like you are experiencing some sort of symptom, but there's always the possibility that it is nothing more than a skin irritation. I would suggest though that because your potential was only two weeks ago, if your test comes back negative and you are still experiencing symptoms, it would be smart to re-test (even add chlamydia & gonorrhea) in 4-6 weeks. (Herpes is a blood-based test and can sometimes take 3-6 weeks to be detectable so there is a possibilty of a false-negative if you test too soon after exposure).

Overall, you're taking the appropriate precautions and I would only advice you to keep an eye on your condition and make sure that you're staying healthy. Thanks for coming to us and please don't hesistate to ask if you have any other questions or concerns.

[LAX]

This websiet is awesome!

[getSTDtested Administrator]

That's great to hear, thanks!! I'm so glad you're finding it helpful and I really appreciate the feedback!! Of course feel free to let me know if there's anything else you'd like to see up here or any suggestions you may have...we're always open to any new ideas and hope to be continuously growing & improving!!