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A 34-year-old male asked:
I was cleaning toilet bowl with bleach and then after i sat down to pee and i think my penis touch the bowl and looks to have a chemical burn on the head now will i be ok? i am worried it's not that painful just irritating a little?
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
The body has a tremendous ability to self heal. I would expect a bit of color change/irritation for a while but by a few days or week+ it will self heal.
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Dr. Harold Fieldsanswered
Family Medicine 63 years experience
Keep it clean and wash with warm soap and water. Good Luck
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Dr. Robert Trageranswered
Dentistry 56 years experience
Wash off with warm water and put some VASOLINE on area. It will be fine in a few days.
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Answered Mar 18, 2022
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