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Is it safe to apply hydrocotisone 1% on penis for 1 month? will it make skin thinner?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

It is a weak steroid cream (ointment) so long term side effect with one month use is rare.

Answered 2/4/2023

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