Suggest Treatment For Red Shiny Spot On Penis

Posted on Tue, 8 Sep 2015

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Question : hello. am a 36 yrs old male. i have noticed small red painless. itchless kinda shiny spot on my penis beneath the foreskin. they dont bother me in anyway or show any symptoms. i have not had any unproteected sex or anythins of that sort. but am a bit worried of this. suometimes the color is not obvious red. just when i strecth the skin. it looks more obvious. please advice. am really worried
please note on the picture there are some obvious reddish smally tiny spots.. thts from my camera.. its not there. its from my camera lens

Answered by Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (-3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Picture shows an inflammatory area.

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX and welcome to HCM.
As an Urologist, i can understand your concern.
The reddish area over the penis is clearly seen.
It looks like an inflammatory reaction there.
It could also be an infection.
You should get examined by an Urologist, to know if antibiotics are needed.
Check your blood sugar and urine routine test.
You must maintain good penile hygiene. Avoid moisture on that area.
Apply Neosporin ointment over the area, twice a day, till you see the Urologist.
It'll subside with treatment. You don't need to worry about it.
Get well soon.

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

Follow up: Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (22 minutes later)

thank you doctor. can i get neosporin ointment over the counter? what is dosage and how to apply? is this a wound or an inflammation? i have absolutely no signs of pain irritation, disconfort or anything.. but was still concerned. your reply has made me feel a lot calmer doctor. god bless u. how do i apply the neosporin and dosage please doctor

Answered by Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
It appears as an inflammation. No wound seen.

Detailed Answer:
Hi again.
It looks just like an inflammatory area. No injury or wound seen in picture.
Neosporin should be available as an OTC drug, or else, ask the pharmacist or your doctor for a prescription.
Apply it twice daily, with clean finger.
After drying your penis following a shower, apply it just over the area.
Wish you a speedy recovery.

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

Follow up: Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (45 hours later)

hello dr. neosporin ointments are not available here in the area i reside. however i hope to get one today somehow. is a drug called mupirocin the same and is this better. am just being so concerened about this a lot that i keep looking at my penis now and then and just worry about the red area.. again i have no pain, itch or irritation whatsoever from the redness. its just that it has not gone. i hope to apply neosporin if i get it today as u prescribed and will let u know the progress. thanks again dear dr XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (42 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Mupirocin may be used.

Detailed Answer:
Hi again.
Mupirocin is different from Neosporin.
However, till Neosporin is available, you may use this ointment.
Ensure the area is dried before use.
Look out for any itching or rashes, etc. These're side-effects seen in some.
Blood sugar and urine tests reports are not seen.
In 4-5 days, if you don't see improvement, don't delay medical check-up with Urologist. There's no need to keep checking your penis frequently.
Get well soon.

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