Question 1

can i have sex with itchy smegma on my penis ?

Accepted Answer

: You may have fungal balanitis. Smegma is usually asymptomatic. Please see a doctor if you are not sure.

Question 2

im wondering if i have an std, my ejaculate is thick and sorta yellowish white, ive also noticed a build up of what im guessing is smegma? but im unsure. i dont really feel any pain but i have noticed the foreskin/head can sometimes be itchy?

Accepted Answer

: Color and thickness of ejaculate can vary depending on many things. Smegma is a whitish secretion which collects under the foreskin and can irritate the area. wash daily with soap and water. You do not seem to have an STD which is acquired thru sexual intercourse.

Question 3

discoloration (gray/white) of penis head glands and inflammation/burning. some smegma at rim. occasionally itchy, and virgin. what and how can i cure?

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Follow...: Most likely, your described scenario is long foreskin-related. There would be no cure but modification with gentle regular cleansing and drying without harsh soap of agent. If looking like being infected, apply anti-fungal cream with 1% hydrocortisone lightly daily after above care. If the bother persists, circumcision would be the choice of effective long-term care. Best...

Question 4

how to remove itchy bites?

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Use antihistamines: Apply witch hazel, Hydrocortisone cream, and over the counter ant histamines.  If this does not get it under control see your doctor as there may be more to it.

Question 5

my back is constantly itchy?

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Doctor can evaluate: A person with itchy skin over a large area, but no visible rash, can see his primary care doctor to see what the problem could be. If the skin is very dry, itching could result even without an obvious rash. Otherwise, the doctor might look for internal problems that can cause itching, such as drug side effects, liver disease, kidney disease, intestinal parasites, etc...

Question 6

what could cause severe itchiness?

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Itching: The first thing a physician does for itching is to take a careful history including asking about medications that may be causing the itch &amp; examine the skin to find a cause like dry skin, skin conditions, infections, or reactions. If none can be found, a systemic cause could be causing the itching. Several lab studies to look for diabetes, liver disease, kidney or liver disease, and lymphoma etc

Question 7

itchy all over?

Accepted Answer

Hives?: Try some zyrtec or benadryl (diphenhydramine). Dry skin or eczema can cause itching too.

Question 8

its itchy and red?

Accepted Answer

Rash: This rash would likely need to be examined and more history obtained to be able to provide you with useful input about the diagnosis or possible treatment.

Question 9

how to treat itchiness?

Accepted Answer

1st find out cause: Find out why you're itching. Then avoid cause. If that's not enough, consider over-the-counter antihistamines (i don't know what's available in philippines). Here in states, otc antihistamines are just as effective as prescription ones.

Question 10

are osler nodes itchy

Accepted Answer

Not typically: They are usually red and painful.  If you think you might have them though you should see a medical professional.

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Can i have sex with itchy smegma on my penis ?

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Im wondering if i have an std, my ejaculate is thick and sorta yellowish white, ive also noticed a build up of what im guessing is smegma? but im unsure. i dont really feel any pain but i have noticed the foreskin/head can sometimes be itchy?

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Discoloration (gray/white) of penis head glands and inflammation/burning. some smegma at rim. occasionally itchy, and virgin. what and how can i cure?

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How to remove itchy bites?

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My back is constantly itchy?

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What could cause severe itchiness?

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Itchy all over?

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Its itchy and red?

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How to treat itchiness?

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Are osler nodes itchy

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