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What Causes Itching Sensation On Penis?
Question: I have an itching sensation on my penis. No burning when urinating though
How can this be treated ?
Brief Answer:
Clean and apply ointment
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
This can be treated as follows:
1. Clean the penis and local area twice a day with warm water and soap. Keep it dry after washing.
2. Shave the pubic area.
3. If there no relief after a week of above measures, then Apply antifungal ointment cream locally once in morning before going out and once at night before sleeping. There are few brand of antifungal cream available over the counter. Your local chemist will know about it.
Let me know if you need any more help
Clean and apply ointment
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
This can be treated as follows:
1. Clean the penis and local area twice a day with warm water and soap. Keep it dry after washing.
2. Shave the pubic area.
3. If there no relief after a week of above measures, then Apply antifungal ointment cream locally once in morning before going out and once at night before sleeping. There are few brand of antifungal cream available over the counter. Your local chemist will know about it.
Let me know if you need any more help
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
Is there a chance its STD ? I had sexual intercourse 10 days ago and the itch started a couple of days ago
Brief Answer:
No
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
STD takes time to start infection. This does not appear to be STD.
Regards
No
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
STD takes time to start infection. This does not appear to be STD.
Regards
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Dr. Shanthi.E
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