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writes:I had sex the other day with a new partner and we used a condom, and a vibrator. I took all the proper precautions, it wasnt my first time. But as time passed i started feeling dry and itchy and swollen. This has only happened to me one other time after sex and i changed everything - changed the type of condoms we used (non-latex), changed the lube to a water base, etc, etc, peed a lot and drank a bunch of cranberry juice and ate yogurt. We did use a latex condom ... which i havent done in years. now im wondering if its a latex allergy. But ive had back surgery before - if it were a latex allergy wouldnt i have had a reaction after surgery?But its the weekend and i cant see my doctor until monday, does this just sound like a latex allergy?
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reader, anonymous, writes (18 March 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionjust an update it was a latex allergy its just taking forever to heal :(
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reader, anonymous, writes (15 March 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionthe bandaid thing i can relate to they actually bother me as well. maybe ill take some allergy meds to see if i can make it through the day
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reader, anonymous, writes (15 March 2009): This happened to me once after having sex with a new partner. It was a combiination of things, the condom brand he used (I have a slight allergy to latex like in bandaids, actually it is the glue they use to stick the bandaids plus the latex that gives me a red swollen patch
where the bandaid was.....most condoms latex or otherwise don't bother me....so I think it is the combinatio of
the lube on the condoms and the material they are made out of) but it also was because he was pretty rough with me for a prolonged period of time that caused the swelling...so that may be it for you too.
Remember non laytex condoms do not protect against HIV and some other STD's so get yourself and him tested if you are going to continue to use these type of condoms...and if you decide to not use a condom later on....
As far as temporary relief, abstain from sex until the irritation goes down....not much you can do except relax and soak in the tub with some oatmeal (Aveeno) bath.
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reader, Olivia(Y).  +, writes (15 March 2009):
 Put some gental moisturiser on it or some talcum powder which should help. Also wear cotton underwear which will be softer down there.
Try and book a doctors appointment for as soon as possible because you do need a professional opinion on it.
Good luck
Livia
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reader, ArmyMedic +, writes (15 March 2009):
 I think locking yourself away is a good option maybe a cool bath and some anti-histamines(hayfever pills) may help.
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reader, ArmyMedic +, writes (15 March 2009):
In the UK all medical personnel have to use Non-latex equipment, I think it is the same in the States, we use a latex replacement called Nitrile. So you could well have a latex allergy.
As Gina says you have done everything right so far, so see what your doctor says
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reader, anonymous, writes (15 March 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questioni cant go to the doctor today any ideas for temporary relief? or should i just lock myself away today so i dont bite anyone's head off?
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reader, Olivia(Y). +, writes (15 March 2009):
Condoms contain a lube.You may be experiencing an alergic reaction to this.Change to a different make of condoms this may help.I advise you to go see a doctor about this and they can help you better.Liviaxx
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reader, anonymous, writes (15 March 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questioneven though i had no complications after surgery? is that possible to just be allergic to the condoms?
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