Question 1

flacky and dry skin and irritation on penis..please help its feels like to scratch the skin on penis as well the penis area is itchy i m 18 n worried?

Accepted Answer

See below: May be fungal infection (like jock itch that has extended to penis) or might be psoriasis. Can try otc antifungal cream (lamisil) on affected areas; keep area clean & dry (talcum powder or antifungal spray [cruex/tinactin/desenex..] & wash underwear, towels, bedding in hot water (w/ bleach if possible). May take 2-3 weeks to clear. See pcp to get his/her diagnosis & treatment options.

Question 2

i believe i have caused skin irritation, sores/burns on my penis glans from 50% rubbing alcohol. i soaked paper towel in the solution and dabbed/washed my penis - sores/redness/rawness has been present for 2 months now. what is the best way to heal?

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: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. You should apply  triple antibiotic cream to the raw area, however, it would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 3

a month back i had a skin irritation & infection on penis glans, doc prescribed a cream fucidin h, to be applied directly on the glans, an antibiotic tablet cefix 400mg. 3rd week on medicine, slow improvement. doc say to circumcise. please advice?

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: Without  more information, it is hard to know what he is treating, although it does sound as if he is on the right track.
If the foreskin can easily be fully retracted, then a circumcision is optional. However, if it is tight and does not retract, I agree that a circimcision is required.

Question 4

skin irritation on the head of my penis. how can i treat this?

Accepted Answer

R U circumcised?: Most common cause is pain from a tight foreskin, this might respond to prescription strength steroid cream applications or require circumcision. Could be due to candida or hpv if circumcised.

Question 5

i have a small patch of tiny bumps on the side of my penis. no ichting, redness, skin irritation, dis-coloring or changes to this patch. what do i do ?

Accepted Answer

See DR: Best is to see a dermatologist. Next best a urologist.

Question 6

can penis skin irritation cause loss of penile sensation ?

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Yes: Definitely. After it heals, it tends to get back to normal. The more irritation, the more numbing or even burning can occur.

Question 7

what can i use to relieve skin irritation under head of penis due to excessive masturbation?

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Penis irritation : Abrasions to the penis from friction can be treated with topical cortisone and neosporin ointment.

Question 8

dear doctor suddenly i have loss of sensation in my penis is this due to skin irritation as i am having erection problems which was done with hands?

Accepted Answer

Need rest?: Am I correct to think you are talking about problems from masturbation? Sometimes, frequent masturbation might cause soreness. Also, if done frequently to where you are losing rest, then you may have erection problems too. Do seek a medical provider that you can trust to hear all that you have going on in your health and life. You can then together work out a treatment plan. Hope that helps. Thx.

Question 9

why does neosporin and triple antibiotic ointment cause skin irritation to the penis like pain, burning and boil like pimples near the head?

Accepted Answer

Allergy: You likely are having allergic reaction to one of the ingredients.

Question 10

what can i do to relieve skin irritation between my breasts?

Accepted Answer

Intertrigo: Intertrigo (intertriginous dermatitis) is an inflammatory condition of skin folds, induced or aggravated by heat, moisture, maceration, friction, and lack of air circulation. Intertrigo frequently is worsened or colonized by infection, which most commonly is candidal but also may be bacterial, fungal, or viral. Intertrigo commonly affects the axilla, perineum, inframammary creases, abdominal folds.

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Flacky and dry skin and irritation on penis..please help its feels like to scratch the skin on penis as well the penis area is itchy i m 18 n worried?

A member asked:

I believe i have caused skin irritation, sores/burns on my penis glans from 50% rubbing alcohol. i soaked paper towel in the solution and dabbed/washed my penis - sores/redness/rawness has been present for 2 months now. what is the best way to heal?

A member asked:

A month back i had a skin irritation & infection on penis glans, doc prescribed a cream fucidin h, to be applied directly on the glans, an antibiotic tablet cefix 400mg. 3rd week on medicine, slow improvement. doc say to circumcise. please advice?

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Skin irritation on the head of my penis. how can i treat this?

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I have a small patch of tiny bumps on the side of my penis. no ichting, redness, skin irritation, dis-coloring or changes to this patch. what do i do ?

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Can penis skin irritation cause loss of penile sensation ?

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What can i use to relieve skin irritation under head of penis due to excessive masturbation?

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Dear doctor suddenly i have loss of sensation in my penis is this due to skin irritation as i am having erection problems which was done with hands?

A member asked:

Why does neosporin and triple antibiotic ointment cause skin irritation to the penis like pain, burning and boil like pimples near the head?

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What can i do to relieve skin irritation between my breasts?

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