Suggest Remedy For Irritating Foreskin

Posted on Thu, 3 Mar 2016

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Thu, 3 Mar 2016 Answered on

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Question : My husband and I had vigorous sex over the weekend. My husband is not circumcised. It looks like the foreskin is teared/ irritated where it attaches to the head of the penis. Can you tell me what I need to apply to have it heal properly?

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (22 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Bacitracin ointment!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this lesion your husband has on his penis. I have reviewed the attached image. I will recommend an antibacterial cream called bacitracin. In addition, good hygiene and keep this pen airy and free of too much heat. Also, the will need to refrain from sexual activity to allow for proper healing. Cleansing should be done with a antiseptic solution such a Iodine. Healing may take 10-14days. Keep em posted on his progress.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (1 hour later)

Is there different names for this ointment? We live in South XXXXXXX and I can't find it.

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Try Baneocin!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Please, try Baneocin and let’s see whether you have this. Also, triple antibiotic ointment is another way to go.

Let me hear back from you!

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar