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A 20-year-old male asked:

peeling skin, itchiness on penis head for 5 weeks. taking 400mg nizoral (ketoconazole) daily for fifth time. relieves itching but skin still peeling off. sugestion?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Clinical Psychology 40 years experience

Please continue to: Do what your doc recommends. Taking good quality marine fish oil can help lubricate the skin from the inside. Peace and good health.

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