I had protected sex almost two weeks ago with someone I do not know too well. Recently I have gotten some small pink bumps on my arms and couple in other places but none on my face or genitals. They itch a little and sting if I put pressure on them.

Is this an early symptom of an STD and if so, what type? There's a chance that this may be from allergies, but I am more inclined to think STDs.

Just go to the doctor and get tested to be sure.

Two weeks ago you say?

Assuming that you haven't been in the night air and been bitten by a couple of mosquitoes, I can only suggest that you might be suffering from the early stages of that dreaded
condition known as Copulatius Absentius.

It only gets worse, the pink bumps turn into red welts, and EVERY boy knows what it is you are suffering from.

Quick cure, go find a willing participant and indulge in as much sex as you can get. the more often, the better. Warning, don't just limit yourself to one partner. Multiple partners are highly recommended, it also increases your popularity at the same time. the pink bumps will be a thing of the past.
Guaranteed!

If you had *protected sex then it may be an allergic reaction to deodorant or clothing. If you start to drip drip down there or it starts to smell a little funky you might need to go see your local clinic. If it starts to itch try not to scratch. ask your MD to check it out.

Could be scabies! check with your local health dept or your physician. Do it for your own health.

Wow, go get checked.

well normally you would have something down there. but you say you don't so that is good. but it sorta sounds like scabies. that is a curable disease. basically it is lil bugs that crawl on your skin. it itches and will be red and bumpy. make a Dr. appointment go get checked. it could be nothing or maybe an allergy to a soap or something. good luck and go make that appointment!!!!

If you are concern, consult your doctor immediately.

Link Found between Poor Sleep Quality and Greater Risk of Pain for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients

Feb. 16, 2011 — People with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who don’t sleep well face significant risks of greater functional disability due to pain and fatigue symptoms associated with poor sleep quality, a new study shows.

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh studied the relationship between sleep quality and functional disability in 162 patients with rheumatoid arthritis. All patients had been diagnosed with RA for at least two years; their average age was 58.5 and 76% were female.

In addition, each participant had rheumatoid arthritis on average for 14 years. Data were drawn from patient questionnaires on sleep quality, depression, and overall health. Patients provided information concerning fatigue, depression, severity of pain, and functional disability.

RA Questionnaire

Results derived from the questionnaire showed that 61% of participants were poor sleepers; 33% reported pain that disturbed their sleep at least three times per week.

“The primary finding of our study is that poor sleep quality is associated with greater functional disability among patients with [rheumatoid arthritis] and this relationship may be explained by pain severity and fatigue,” says study researcher Faith S. Luyster, PhD, in a news release. Luyster is a research assistant at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.

“These results highlight the importance of addressing sleep complaints among patients with [rheumatoid arthritis],” she says. “By treating sleep problems, either pharmacologically or behaviorally, symptoms and activity limitations associated with [rheumatoid arthritis] may be reduced.”

The researchers say their findings are consistent with other evidence that suggests that disruption of sleep may lower the threshold for pain, and also worsen it, in otherwise healthy adults.

The study is published in the Feb. 15 issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.

Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory disease that affects about 1.3 million adults in the U.S., causing pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of function in joints. People with RA have long reported problems with sleep.

Disability from joint disease in people with rheumatoid arthritis may limit their ability to walk, groom themselves, and write, and can be further affected by fatigue, pain, and depression.

Pain, Fatigue, and Depression

The researchers say it’s possible that disability may affect depression, pain severity, and fatigue, which affect sleep quality, but also possible that sleep quality may worsen pain and fatigue and increase risks of depression.

“Not sleeping well at night can contribute to greater pain sensitivity and fatigue during the day, which in turn can limit patient’s ability to engage in activities of daily living and discretionary activities,” Luyster says in the news release.

“Addressing sleep problems via pharmacological or behavioral interventions may have a critical impact on the health and lives of patients” with rheumatoid arthritis, the researchers write.

The researchers also say more study is needed to determine whether improving sleep quality can reduce pain, depressive symptoms, fatigue, and disability in people with rheumatoid arthritis.