What Causes Persistent Rashes On The Scrotum And Penis?

Posted on Wed, 26 Oct 2016

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Question : Ok i just went to the doctor yesterday for an on going rash (5day). Started with a the scrotom. Then back of penis then inner thighs and now front of penis. All are non itchy and non painful he diagnosed this as a yeast infection and proscribed nystatin powder and lamisil. Treated last night today the section on the front of penis has worsed and the scrotal section has no change. I need a faster and better solution

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Antifungal lotions may act faster.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone through your query and understand your concerns. Lamisil and Nystatin are good antifungals and should provide relief. It is hard to give you a faster relief. However, you may try Candid (clotrimazole) lotion instead. The lotion usually acts faster.

You will have to be a bit patient. Keep the area clean and dry.

Regards

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