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Under foreskin is red all the way around very itchy and i have white bumps under the head of my penis help.

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Balanitis: Balanitis is usually caused by poor hygiene in uncircumcised men. Other possible causes include: diseases such as reactive arthritis and lichen sclerosis et atrophicus, infection, harsh soaps, not rinsing soap off properly while bathing, uncontrolled diabetes, trauma and irritation.

Answered 9/20/2015

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