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After a treatmentfor candidiasis my glans are dry and cracked, specialy whenmy foreskin covers it for too long. what can i do to have it smooth again?

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Dr. Francisco R. Rodriguez answered

Specializes in Urology

Dry glans: The normal lubrication of your penile glans maybe temporarily or permanently affected. Try a moisturizing lotion and hope for the best.

Answered 9/28/2016

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