could be anything mate, as you say, maybe from friction, rough sex, but if your worried, I would make an appointment to see your Doctor and your mind will be put at rest.
It sounds like thrush but could be something else so agree it needs checking. If diagnosed as thrush, better to address your immune system - a doc will simply prescribe a cream which may help temporarily.
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