What Causes Burning Sensation In Scrotum And Shaft Of Penis?

Posted on Sun, 20 Apr 2014

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Question : My scrotum has been burning for a year and now the burning is in the shaft of my penis. I have herpes but I show no sign of an outbreak. In fact I have not had an outbreak in five years. My dermatologist prescribe nystatin/calamine which does work. What do suggest I do

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (3 hours later)

Brief Answer: photograph required Detailed Answer: Hello Is there only burning sensation or redness too? Herpes can be a reason. Sometimes herpes presents without any visible signs and symptoms. But before I arrive at this conclusion, I would like to examine for subtle clinical signs. A picture can be helpful. Can you please upload a photograph of the affected area. This willl help me in giving a closer diagnosis. There is an option to upload photos on right side of query page. Please utilize it. Waiting for your response... Thank you

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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (46 minutes later)

Attached is a pic

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (16 hours later)

Brief Answer: Calamine, Vitamin B complex Detailed Answer: Hello There is nothing specific evident in the picture. Apply a combination of calamine and aloevera lotion. It is a good soothing agent and will relieve burning sensation. Also take Vitamin B complex capsule daily for 3 months, These help in nerve regeneration. Till the time you dont develop herpes lesions, there is no indication to take anti viral medications. Thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (2 hours later)

Are you saying I should cease taking valtrex

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (19 hours later)

Brief Answer: Stop Valtrex Detailed Answer: Hello Yes there is no need to take Valtrex now. It is an anti viral and prolonged usage can have side effects. Try the advice given by me and see if it works for you. Thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T