I have recently returned from
Thailand.About 10 days ago i noticed a
rash on my inner thighs and also red
blotches.These have spread down to my calf
muscles.I also have rashes behind my
knees.I also have a slight sore
throat.....Help could it be STD!
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yogahoneybunny
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Posted: 01-26-08 16:30pm
Did you experience any sexual encounters
while on your trip? If so, were you using
protection?
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champ
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Joined: 26 Jan 2008 Posts: 6
Posted: 01-26-08 16:56pm
Yes.The person i stayed with lived in a
very primitive home.But she was very
clean.And no, i did not use prtection.
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rooted
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Posted: 01-26-08 17:23pm
Hmmm. you might want to go to a
dermavenerologist ... a skin doctor who
specialises in diagnosing STDs. Seems
likely that you either have an STD,
allergic reaction, or other skin
problems...you'll need a diagnosis!
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champ
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Joined: 26 Jan 2008 Posts: 6
Posted: 01-27-08 04:40am
Yes i shall have to see a doctor.Blotches
are continuing to spread down my leg.My
skin, primarily where my body hair
is,tends to be very itchy.However,where
the rash and blotches are there is no
itching.
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rooted
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Posted: 01-27-08 12:34pm
please let us know what the diagnosis is
.. it could help lots of other people,
too! Good luck!
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champ
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 26 Jan 2008 Posts: 6
Posted: 01-29-08 04:55am
Yes i had my tests on monday 28th and took
about 5 hours.I had blood tests, swab
test, a type of biopsy urine test and
generally given advice and guidance.I was
given aids blood test.(really cant see how
i have this}.However,the doctors seem
quite convinced i have syphilis.The signs
are qiute typical of the
disease.Furthermore, i did ask the recent
person i had sex with, which would have
been, 2 weeks ago if she has had any
std.To my surprise she texted me back and
admitted she had syphilis 10 years ago.She
started treatment but stopped it.So it
must be in the latent stage because it
must still be in her body.So now i have to
wait.I dont feel very proud of this i have
a 15 month son and i just pray she has not
got hiv.I suspected syphilis disease from
Thailand.If just one person can learn from
my mistake then that will be
worthwhile.Meanwhile i feel like a leper
and brought shame upon my son.I wish for
the best on Monday and willm inform of the
results.
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leewhiz
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Joined: 29 Jan 2008 Posts: 96 Location: Mother Earth, The Blue Planet
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Posted: 01-29-08 15:12pm
No need to feel shame! Sexuality is
healthy!!!
Listen, modern medicine can work wonders
for you. Kudos for checking it out and
following your instincts. It's important
now that you take care of yourself. Let
us know what treatment options your doctor
gives you ... there might also be
additional alternatives you can
investigate.
