NG
A 35-year-old male asked:
A bit red penis head itchy,dry n scaly sometimes, got better using aleo vera gel tried fluconizole, doxycycline didn't work have it for 2-3months?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. James Okamotoanswered
Family Medicine 28 years experience
Dermatology consult: I would recommend a dermatology consult if you have already tried and antifungal and antibacterial treatment. Sometimes it is difficult to differentiate between a fungal infection vs contact dermatitis vs eczema or other allergic or atopic dermatitis. Since you have had this for 2-3 months, it is time to have a specialist take a look at it if possible.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Richard Reamsanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Difficult Problem: Have you had this evaluated. This should be seen but it can be from the underwear and your different activities. Make sure that you have cotton underwear and do not use softener on your underwear. Then can try a tube of Lamisil (terbinafine) cream and use 3 times daily on the area to see if helps. If still no response need to see provider. Hope this helps.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Related questions
A 18-year-old male asked:
My penis becomes very itchy at points and when i scratch it, it swells and turns red, its become scaly and dry. What is this? Please help.
Dr. Diane Minichanswered
Family Medicine 39 years experience
See doctor: Could be a contact dermatitis, a yeast or other infection........
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 21-year-old female asked:
Dry, flaky skin on penis, appears in small round patches around the head & excess flaky skin below head. Not itchy/burning or red. What could this be?
Dr. Hunter Handsfieldanswered
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
Penile dermatitis: There are too many possibilities to make an educated guess. Most genital rashes are not STDs, and this doesn't sound like one. Best to see a doctor so... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
1.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 27-year-old female asked:
I have very itchy skin, chest, under arms and stomach. Nothing seems to soothe it. Redness visible, no scaly dry patches or lumps.
Dr. Navita Modianswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 27 years experience
Fungal infection : Looks like you have fungal infection ,you are going to need prescription for nystatin cream
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
159 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Christine Hom commented
Pediatrics 32 years experience
See your doctor. Rashes are best diagnosed in person. Let them know how long the rash is present, what you have tried in treatments, any allergies. Good luck!
Jul 5, 2019
View all answers
A 24-year-old male asked:
I've had a rash on my penis since monday. it stated out in the scrotum as really itchy, then the skin dried out and became red and flaky, eventually it spread to my penis. the skin is very flakey.
Dr. John Chiuanswered
Allergy and Immunology 59 years experience
See doctor: It is hard to tell what you may have based on the description. One condition to be considered is scabies but it is impossible to provide you a diagno... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
598 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
View all answers
A 34-year-old male asked:
I have a red patch on my penis, (not itchy or burning.) I have been treating with an anti fungal cream but doesnt seem to be working. It was a patch of dry skin there 3 weeks ago. I have had unprotected sex since then?
Dr. Birendra Tandananswered
Urology 36 years experience
it is nopt an infection so you dont have to use antibiotics. It could be irritation. Try cortisone cream. If not better in a few days pl see a Urologi... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Answered Oct 03, 2022
Last updated Nov 11, 2015
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
$44 video appointments with $19/month membership*
*Billed $57 every 3 months. Cancel anytime.
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
