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What Causes Red And Irritated Skin On A Small Portion Of The Head Of The Penis?

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Posted on Thu, 17 Feb 2022
Question: red and irritated skin on a small portion of the head of the penis
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Probably balanitis,follow the advice below for the treatment.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Your symptoms seem to be related to balanitis which is an infection of the penis tip.
Do you have any itching or discharge in the tip of the penis?

Some examination that should be done to confirm the diagnosis are:
- A physical examination
- A complete blood count
- Serum glucose tests
- STD tests if you are sexually active

Some advice that I can give to you are:
- Keep the area clean. Use a mild soap to avoid other irritation of the skin
- Use steroid cream for local relief
- Use Neosporin cream to treat any bacterial infection.

Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have any other question Ill be glad to help.
Kind regards,     
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Red And Irritated Skin On A Small Portion Of The Head Of The Penis?

Brief Answer: Probably balanitis,follow the advice below for the treatment. Detailed Answer: Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to balanitis which is an infection of the penis tip. Do you have any itching or discharge in the tip of the penis? Some examination that should be done to confirm the diagnosis are: - A physical examination - A complete blood count - Serum glucose tests - STD tests if you are sexually active Some advice that I can give to you are: - Keep the area clean. Use a mild soap to avoid other irritation of the skin - Use steroid cream for local relief - Use Neosporin cream to treat any bacterial infection. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have any other question Ill be glad to help. Kind regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi General & Family Physician