Beware Of HIV Signs Appearing In Men's Pubic Areas

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JAKARTA - HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system and can develop into AIDS if not treated. Although HIV can cause symptoms throughout the body, there are some early signs that can arise specifically in male genital areas.

Knowing this symptom is very important so that treatment can be done as early as possible. Here are the HIV characteristics that appear in men's genitals, as reported by the WebMD page.

1. Penis wounds

One of the most common characteristics of HIV that appears in a man's genitals is open wounds on his penis. These wounds usually feel pain, red or have a white surface, and appear repeatedly even though they have recovered

Injuries or ulcers in the genital area can be an early symptom of HIV or other sexually transmitted infections (IMS). Immediately check yourself up if you are experiencing this condition. These wounds can also appear in the anus or around the groin and usually find it difficult to recover without treatment.

2. Ruam Or Irritation Of The Skin Around Genitals

Ruam on the skin of the penis or around the genitals can be a symptom of HIV. This foam is usually in the form of a red or purplish spot, feels itching or hot, and does not disappear with regular treatment. This foam can arise due to an immune reaction to HIV infection or side effects from other secondary infections.

3. Swelling Bening's Getah Lens in Selangkangan

Bulk lansin bulging in thelong area can feel like a soft lump under the skin. This is the body's response to infection.

HIV can cause enlargement of lymph nodes in several parts of the body, including gigs, due to the increasing activity of the immune system in fighting the virus.

4. Pain or Burn when defecating

Although it is often associated with urinary tract infections or IMS such as gonore and clamidia, pain when urinating can also appear in men infected with HIV, especially if the immune system is starting to weaken. This sensation can be in the form of burning when urinating, urinating more often than usual, and strong or pungent urine.

5. Disorder during Ejaculation

Men with HIV who have developed further can experience pain during ejaculation, decreased sperm, decreased sperm quality, and erectile dysfunction due to hormonal disorders (especially low testosterone).

This disorder can also be a sign of hypogonadism, namely the condition when the testes do not produce the hormone testosterone enough.

6. Men's Eruption Or Whiteness Infections

Although whiteness is more common in women, men can also experience discharge of white liquid from their penis if they have a fungal infection or IMS.

Men with HIV are more susceptible to infections such as candialysis, which can cause white viscous liquid at the tip of the penis, itching or burning, and the skin of the penis looks reddish and peeling.

When Do You Have To Go To A Doctor?

If you experience one or more symptoms above, especially after having sex without condoms or at high risk, consult a doctor immediately. HIV testing is the only sure way to know if you are infected.

HIV can be asymptomatic for years. However, symptoms in the genitals are often the body's initial signal that something is wrong.

HIV is not yet cured, but antiretroviral (ART) treatment can reduce the number of viruses in the body so that they are not detected, maintain the immune system, and prevent development into AIDS.

Important Prevention Steps:

- Use condoms during sexual intercourse

- Do a regular HIV test

- Avoid sharing needles

- Consider pre-exposed profiling (PreEP) if you have a high risk of contracting it.