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For balanitis, if the cause is irritation is it best to start with just cleaning, or antifungal with or without hydrocortisone or start with bactroban (mupirocin)?

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Dr. James Lin answered

Here are some ...: Irritation in the glans penis is usually related with long foreskin; if so, circumcision is the surest long-term care of choice although antifungal with steroid cream + good local hygiene may give temporary relief. Occasionally, its irritation may not be related with contact dermatitis, lichen planus. Without a look at it, it's hard to give an accurate Dx. So, seek pro-evaluation / counseling if..

Answered 12/10/2014

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