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A member asked:

I have rash on the tip of my penis and what looks like peeling as i pull the foreskin back. what could this be?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Any number of things: Psoriasis, balanitis, fungal infection, or simply irritation. I would try some Hydrocortisone cream on it and see what happens. Topical ketoconazole would be my Next Choice ( anti-fungal). If it doesn't clear, see your doctor. At your age, penile cancer is moot!

Answered 8/28/2016

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