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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?

Q: 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?

: 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 Urologist as without exam an exact diagnosis cant be made. good luck

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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 Urologist as without exam an exact diagnosis cant be made. good luck

Answered 10/3/2022

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A member 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?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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