Question 1

can a man get ringworm on his penis? how can it be cured?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Topical anti-fungals. The treatments labeled for jock-itch will work.

Question 2

how does a 12 month old get ringworm on his penis?

Accepted Answer

Doesn't : Ringworm (fungal infection) does not typically occur on the penis.  Candida or yeast may be on the glans penis but so can psoriasis and a whole array of other conditions so please have your child checked by a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in skin conditions.

Question 3

can a man have ringworm on his penis?

Accepted Answer

Yes, But...: Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin, similar to the fungus that causes athlete's foot and jock itch.  It can affect any skin on any part of the body.  However, on your penis, it may also be overflow from jock itch or even yeast under the foreskin.

Question 4

can a male get a ringworm on his penis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can get ringworm on any skin or scalp surface. See your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment if indicated. Sexual partners may need simultaneous treatment as well.

Question 5

can you get ringworm on your penis?

Accepted Answer

Yes, But...: Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin, similar to the fungus that causes athlete's foot and jock itch.  It can affect any skin on any part of the body.  However, on your penis, it may also be overflow from jock itch or even yeast under the foreskin.

Question 6

i have notice something blow my penis like ringworm and at times its peels off thingy skins layers . how can i get rid of it dr.?

Accepted Answer

: It has to be examined to be treated properly. Pl see a doc.

Question 7

how can i get rid of ringworm on my penis?

Accepted Answer

Be sure of diagnosis: There are different fungi that may be lumped under the diagnosis of  ringworm. Clotrimazole or tolnaftate  for 3-4 weeks is usually effective if the lesion is confined to non hair bearing areas, but ringworm on scalp, beard and pelvic areas usually require oral medication with griseofulvin or fluconazole, etc.

Question 8

i am unmarried, never had sex, no uti, but penile tip burns, a ringworm infection in penis cured 5 months ago, once ejaculated in a semi hard erection.

Accepted Answer

Prostatitis: A burning pain at the tip of the penis may suggest prostate irritation.  Go see a urologist and get examined.  Hope this is better soon.

Question 9

can you get ringworm or fungal infection under and on glans of circumcised penis from sweating?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Depending on hygene, sexual practice,duration of excessive moisture...yes, fungal infections can happen on an uncircumcised penis.  They are less common and easier to treat

Question 10

can u get a ring worm on the gland of your penis?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: I suppose you could, but it would be a very unusual location. You should get checked for sexually transmitted infections if you've been sexually active.

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