Suffering From Minute Hairline Cracks On Foreskin Of Penis, Problem In Urinating. Sugar And BP Normal. Suggest?

Posted on Sat, 28 Sep 2013

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Question : Sir, I am suffering some minute hairline cracks on my foreskin on the penis. I am 55 years old. Sugar and BP are in the entrance level only and are well under control. Because of this, I am facing little problem while urinating. Can you please suggest a solution Sir.

Answered by Dr. Polash Sannigrahi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Apply mild moisturiser+ anti fungal ointment

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX

Thanks for your query.

The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be due to:
1. Fungal infection of the foreskin- seems to be the probable cause. It is most commonly seen in Diabetics (& in your post, you have given a history of Diabetes)
2. Posthitis (inflammation of the foreskin)
3. Dehydration/ loss of moisture (usually age related)

Symptomatic relief can be obtained with application of mild moisturizing agents & anti fungal ointments like Candida over the foreskin.

Also you need to follow certain measures:
1. Maintain good hygiene
2. Avoid sexual intercourse as long as the symptom persists
3. Avoid using soaps or shampoos for cleaning the foreskin & penile area.
4. Keep regular monitoring over the blood glucose levels
5. Maintain adequate hydration & nutrition status.

There is no need to worry, you will be fine.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.

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