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My penis smells bad, but there's no sign of yeast infection. what could it be?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Infection: There are other types of infections other than yeast that could be causing symptoms. Recommend assessment.

Answered 5/4/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bad odor: emanating from the penis warrants medical evaluation. Is there discharge? Pain with urination/ sex?

Answered 3/1/2015

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