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Ive used hydrocortisone cream and retinol cream for hyperpigmentation on my penis head now im having burning sensation and tingling. this has lasted four months but i only used it four seven days did i cause nerve damage to my penis.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Retinol cream: You may have used the retinol cream for a few days but the after effects of burning can last for several weeks.Fortunately, you did not cause any permanent damage to your penis

Answered 4/12/2018

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A member asked:

Ive used hydrocortisone cream and retinol cream for hyperpigmentation on my penis head now im having burning sensation and tingling. this has lasted four months but i only used it four seven days did i cause nerve damage to my penis.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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