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What Causes Itching And Burning Sensation Near The Head Of Penis?

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Posted on Mon, 14 Sep 2015
Question: I have itching and burning sensation under and near the head of of penis. I tried cortizone 10, it soothed symptoms when it was applied during the duration of application. Tried Lotrimin antifungal, Gold Bond anti-itch, and Lamisil cream for jock itch. Used each as indications directed as still have itching burning sensation. It has been 6 weeks. I went got tested for STD and test came back negative. Should I try Monistat, or what medications should I try before seeing another doctor?
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Monistat (tioconazole) can be used

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
I understand your concerns. Cortizone usually makes such lesions clear out fast but also makes them return fast. So, I would insist you not to use it. Lotrimin (clotrimazole) has been right to apply. I would not insist on using the other mentioned medications. Monistat (tioconazole) can be tried but I am not sure that you could obtain it without prescription. In any case seeing a dermatologist or getting the opinion of your primary care physician would be a good idea.
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What Causes Itching And Burning Sensation Near The Head Of Penis?

Brief Answer: Monistat (tioconazole) can be used Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. I understand your concerns. Cortizone usually makes such lesions clear out fast but also makes them return fast. So, I would insist you not to use it. Lotrimin (clotrimazole) has been right to apply. I would not insist on using the other mentioned medications. Monistat (tioconazole) can be tried but I am not sure that you could obtain it without prescription. In any case seeing a dermatologist or getting the opinion of your primary care physician would be a good idea. Regards