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Question: I was taking a bath and pulled the foreskin back on my penis and notice alot of redness and look like some swelling. There is no iritation when urinating, no type of discharge, but every now and then the foreskin itch.
Brief Answer:
Possible fungal infection. Follow first some practical advises.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using HealthcareMagic to post your health query.
I read your question carefully and I can understand your concern.
From what you are describing it may be a fungal infection. In general, in men, these infections do not give symptoms, but sometimes they do. This happens from the tendency of wetness in that area. So keep cotton underwear or lose boxers, wash the foreskin regularly and then dry well, don't use tight trousers.
If not better in some days after following the advises above, then you will need to use a treatment to treat the infection- Ketoconazole 2% or Clotrimazole 2% cream, thick layer twice/day for 5 days. Sometimes it may need up to 2 weeks to clear up completely.
From your past queries, I understand that you are married and in a faithful relationship. So I can say that we can rule out a sexually transmitted infection. But if you think there is any chance of having them, let me know and I can advise accordingly.
If worse or not better, I would recommend seeing a dermatologist for a clinical examination.
Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.
Regards,
Dr. Papaqako
Possible fungal infection. Follow first some practical advises.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using HealthcareMagic to post your health query.
I read your question carefully and I can understand your concern.
From what you are describing it may be a fungal infection. In general, in men, these infections do not give symptoms, but sometimes they do. This happens from the tendency of wetness in that area. So keep cotton underwear or lose boxers, wash the foreskin regularly and then dry well, don't use tight trousers.
If not better in some days after following the advises above, then you will need to use a treatment to treat the infection- Ketoconazole 2% or Clotrimazole 2% cream, thick layer twice/day for 5 days. Sometimes it may need up to 2 weeks to clear up completely.
From your past queries, I understand that you are married and in a faithful relationship. So I can say that we can rule out a sexually transmitted infection. But if you think there is any chance of having them, let me know and I can advise accordingly.
If worse or not better, I would recommend seeing a dermatologist for a clinical examination.
Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.
Regards,
Dr. Papaqako
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