Question 1

can i masturbate if i have penis yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

It : Might make it worse and itch more

Question 2

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 3

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 4

i might be prediabetic and have a nasty penis yeast infection. will go to a gp to proper dx. what kind of blood/urine tests should i run before going to consultation? don't want to go only to be told to go and get my blood checked first. thanks!

Accepted Answer

Blood tests: Are you able to order your own blood testing? Diabetes makes one more susceptible to yeast infections, so a blood sugar determination would be helpful. Of course genital yeast infections can be transmitted back and forth between untreated sex partners even in the absence of diabetes.

Question 5

after burning when peeing, i took cran, nettle and probiotics. after sex, my natural lube was very white and said his penis burned. yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

Yeast infection: That is quite possible, but impossible to tell without seeing you and the discharge. You can try treating this with OTC preparations, but if no response please see a doctor and be examined. Best wishes.

Question 6

i have prostitis problem since 2 months. recently my penis glands developed yeast infection. are these two related?

Accepted Answer

Prostate and Penis: Nope. Yeast infection affect the skin. Prostate is a gland full of seminal fluid and sperm and can get inflamed or infected for a number of reasons.

Question 7

can you use terconzole in your penis if you have yeast?

Accepted Answer

Don't do it: This isn't a smart idea. First, how do you know you have a yeast infection? If you have discharge from the urethra or urinary discomfort, it's probably an STD, not yeast; it need professional evaluation, testing, and treatment. And if in fact it is yeast, terconazole cream is formulated for vaginal treatment in women; it's effect in the urethra is unknown. Stop screwing around and get proper care.

Question 8

my boyfriend has a rash on his penis. i had a yeast infection & took fluconizol. i gave him one & him went away. but now it's back.

Accepted Answer

Not so simple: Vaginal yeast is not an "infection". It is a proliferation of yeast which is already present in small numbers. The yeast proliferates because of sugars in the environment or because there is a loss of normal bacteria. The most  common cause is exposure to antibiotics which kill the bacteria normally competing with yeasts. There are a variety of rashes on the penis. Is he circumcised? Frequently th

Question 9

itchy, flaky skin and smell bad at the head of my penis. can men get yeast infections? is that what it could be?

Accepted Answer

Men ; Yeast: Yes, men can get yeast infections.  Your doc can help w/antibiotics.  There are natural supplements such as olive leaf extract that can also be used.  Peace and good health.

Question 10

cluster of non-itchy red bumps on glans, and single itchy red weeping bump on my penis shaft. is this yeast infection? is lotrimin ultra a remedy?

Accepted Answer

TRY IT!: Since the most likely infection involving the penis is due to Candida, a trial of Lotrimin may work.  However, if symptoms worsen or don't disappear after a week, I would consult a trusted physician.

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Can i masturbate if i have penis yeast infection?

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Can i use lamisil in my penis yeast infection?

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Will salicylic acid make penis yeast infection worse? better?

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I might be prediabetic and have a nasty penis yeast infection. will go to a gp to proper dx. what kind of blood/urine tests should i run before going to consultation? don't want to go only to be told to go and get my blood checked first. thanks!

A member asked:

After burning when peeing, i took cran, nettle and probiotics. after sex, my natural lube was very white and said his penis burned. yeast infection?

A member asked:

I have prostitis problem since 2 months. recently my penis glands developed yeast infection. are these two related?

A member asked:

Can you use terconzole in your penis if you have yeast?

A member asked:

My boyfriend has a rash on his penis. i had a yeast infection & took fluconizol. i gave him one & him went away. but now it's back.

A member asked:

Itchy, flaky skin and smell bad at the head of my penis. can men get yeast infections? is that what it could be?

A member asked:

Cluster of non-itchy red bumps on glans, and single itchy red weeping bump on my penis shaft. is this yeast infection? is lotrimin ultra a remedy?

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