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A member asked:

I have a white film on the head of my penis (uncircumcised) and wondering if it is an infection?

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Dr. Irving Harper answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Likely not: A white, cheeselike substance (smegma) is a normal finding that is not indicative of infection. This accumulates under the skin of an uncircumcised male.

Answered 12/9/2019

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