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31-year old circumcised male. been suffering from scaling of penis (glans) since last 10 years. derm suggested otc cortisone cream and to keep it moisturized. used coconut oil but after a while the skin again becomes flaky?

Q: 31-year old circumcised male. been suffering from scaling of penis (glans) since last 10 years. derm suggested otc cortisone cream and to keep it moisturized. used coconut oil but after a while the skin again becomes flaky?

: Difficult to give useful advice without direct examination. Keep working with your dermatologist -- or if s/he seems uncertain, consider getting a second derm opinion. Good luck.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Difficult to give useful advice without direct examination. Keep working with your dermatologist -- or if s/he seems uncertain, consider getting a second derm opinion. Good luck.

Answered 2/12/2022

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

It could be any one of many skin conditions e.g. psoriasis. You should see a good dermatologist for diagnosis which will guide proper treatment. Good luck.

Answered 2/23/2022

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A member asked:

31-year old circumcised male. been suffering from scaling of penis (glans) since last 10 years. derm suggested otc cortisone cream and to keep it moisturized. used coconut oil but after a while the skin again becomes flaky?

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