What Causes Irritation And Discoloration In Glans Penis?

Posted on Thu, 26 Nov 2015

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Question : Hello there. Please see my previous inquiries as this relates to the same issue.

Its now been 6 weeks since ive had the irritation/discoloration in my glans penis. I dont believe that the clotrimozole is working. Ive also been trying Aveeno lotion 2 or 3 times a day, which improves its appearance a bit but then it seems to go back to how it looked. I havent had sex during this time and i try to keep the masturbation to 1-2 times a week so as not to irritate it further.

Again, no itching or pain or feeling of any kind. When i run my finger over the area, it does not feel scratchy or bumpy. I know ive been told that it is nothing to worry about but i dont like the look of it, and its worrying me that its been there for 6 weeks, which feels like a very long time.

Is there anything else that you suggest i try? Will this ever heal and go back to looking normal? I would very much like this problem to go away!

Thank you for your time.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (30 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Topical antibiotic Or steroid+antibiotic ointment

Detailed Answer:
hello. welcome back

I have reviewed the recent images and I am of the view that application of either topical plain antibiotic ointment e. g 2% mupirocin ointment Or an antibiotic + steroid combination ointment e.g 2% mupirocin + fluticasone propionate 0.05% ointment, is all that would be required in this case. This doesn't look like a fungal infection and therefore I don't think it would improve with clotrimazole cream.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (18 minutes later)

Thank you. Can i acquire those over the counter?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
These are prescription medications

Detailed Answer:
Hi.

I think you would require a prescription for these. However, you may inquire from a drug store near you if they are available otc. You should look to procure the antibiotic + steroid combination ointment.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (14 hours later)

It seems i am unable to procure it otc. Are you able to wrie me a prescription?t

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Talk to your general practitioner

Detailed Answer:
Hi.

I wish i could but unfortunately the discussion on this site is not meant for prescription purposes. Kindly go through the disclaimer at the bottom of this page.
I sugggest you to talk to your primary care physician/ general practitioner regarding the same.

Regards

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