Question 1

does greek yogurt help with penis infections?

Accepted Answer

Don't think so: Better to rely on antifungals, antibiotics, or antivirals to stop the infectious germs. Good to avoid penis contact with others until it's completely healthy. Best to keep the yogurt in the refrigerator, for breakfast.

Question 2

terbinafine for penis infection, is it okay?

Accepted Answer

Terbinafine: This oral antifungal may be used for superficial fungal infections on the penis (dermatomycosis), but the important thing is to first make an appropriate diagnosis. See a dermatologist.

Question 3

how can i treat a penis infection (penile fungus)?

Accepted Answer

Although an : antifungal medication would be used for this - are you sure it is a fungal infection.

Question 4

is skin rashes on penis infection ?

Accepted Answer

It may or may not be: Related to an infection. Recommend medical eval for definitive diagnosis.

Question 5

does vagina or penis infections increase the chances of not conceiving? thanks. ttc freq. bv, yeast, uti. miscarried 1-21-14

Accepted Answer

Some do some don't: Gonorrhea and Chlamydia can injure the sensitive tissues of the Fallopian tubes.This can increase risk of life threatening ectopic pregnancy or infertility.Most of the other STD's have other negatives but don't have direct effect on fertility.BV is a nuisance but does not directly effect the reproductive organs.

Question 6

can i masturbate if i have penis yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

It : Might make it worse and itch more

Question 7

can i use lamisil in my penis yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if it is yeast: Have you been examined by a medical provider? Why do you think this is a yeast infection versus another sexually transmitted infection? If the Lamisil or an over the counter antifungal treatment clears the rash, it might be from yeast.  Regardless if the rash persists you should have tests for other sexually transmitted infections including syphilis

Question 8

will salicylic acid make penis yeast infection worse? better?

Accepted Answer

PENIS INFECTION: SALICYLIC ACID WILL MAKE YOUR PENIS INFECTION WORSE! IT WILL STING AND BURN!
SEE YOUR PCP OR A DERMATOLOGIST.

Question 9

penis ulcer infection is the same.as hiv??

Accepted Answer

No: HIV, especially acute HIV is not associated with penile ulcers. However penile ulcer does suggest a venereal disease and if you have one venereal disease you are at greater risk for HIV. If you do not wish to be pregnant, use contraception all the time, every time. You may consider implanted contraceptive, or IUD. 
Practice safe sex. 
Get HPV vaccine.

Question 10

is penis fungal infection contageous through oral sex?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you have a yeast infection on your penis, it is conceivable that it could be given through oral sex, especially if the other person has some underlying susceptibility to the fungus, be it diabetes, hiv, or other immune dysfunction.

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Can i use lamisil in my penis yeast infection?

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