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A 20-year-old male asked:
The head of my or penis smells fishy. i am circumsized and i shower twice a day but the smell won't go away. i have not been sexually active for 1 yr.
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Dr. David Sneidanswered
Endocrinology 43 years experience
Why are you: Smelling your penis in the first place? I doubt that you have a problem, but check w/your physician if you're concerned.
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