When a man notices a rash on his penis, he’s likely to get very concerned - and for good reason. Those most rashes on or around the penis are benign and will go away after a few days, some of them are more serious. That can be the case with a herpes rash, which can progress to something very painful and unpleasant. Any man who is sexually active might wonder at some point if a rash on his penis is herpes. Here’s what everyone needs to know about this condition.

The Basics on Herpes

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Red spots on your dick or in the general area? Are you having a panic attack yet? You start to think of all the possible things it can be and reason it down to herpes or jock itch. But you don’t know how to tell the difference between herpes and jock itch. Thankfully, reading on can help. Let’s learn about herpes and jock itch, how to tell the difference between them, and finally, how to prevent them.

Herpes 101

You've likely heard about the herp. A fairly common sexually transmitted...

If a guy takes a close look at his penis, he may notice the presence of penis bumps. Not all men have them, but penis bumps are fairly common. Many times – as with Fordyce spots, little light raised bumps – they are completely benign. But other times they can be a sign that a penis health issue may be present. For example, genital herpes is sometimes accompanied by the presence of penis bumps.

About herpes

Herpes in or around the penis in men (or the vulva in women) are known as genital ...

It starts out as a little itch in the groin. Then it’s itching all the time. Once the soreness and redness set in, it's all-hands-on-deck to find out what is causing this discomfort. Could it be as simple as a breakout of jock itch, or is it something worse? This article will help men sort out the big differences between jock itch and herpes when dealing with a penis rash. It will also provide treatment options and some penis hygiene tips that can keep penis rashes and irritations away in ...

Genital herpes: These two words can strike fear into the heart of almost any man. Unfortunately, it is a relatively common infection. But thankfully, there are some penis care techniques that can make the condition easier to live with. And, best of all, there are lifestyle changes men can make to reduce their risk of contracting herpes in the first place.

What Is It?

Herpes is a virus, and it is transferred from one body to another through close contact. Sex provides the perfect opportun...