What Causes Red Swollen Testicle?

Posted on Mon, 1 Dec 2014

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Mon, 1 Dec 2014 Answered on

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Question : my son has a red swollen testicle could this be caused by hair removal creme left on for longer than it should he is autistic what can i do for him

Answered by Dr. Hardik Pitroda (18 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Pictures requested

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for posting on HCM.
I can understand your concern regarding the skin lesion your son is having but its difficult to point specific diagnosis in absence of clinical examination.
Therefore, I insist you to post good clinical pictures to me so that I can help you in a better way.
You can mail pictures to YYYY@YYYY
with subject titled ' ATTN Dr Hardik Pitroda'.

Thanks
Dr Hardik Pitroda

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

Follow up: Dr. Hardik Pitroda (7 minutes later)

hi just wanted to ask as he was ok before using the hair removal creme cant take photo

Answered by Dr. Hardik Pitroda (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
As you are unable to provide photograph, I will suggest you the followig line of treatment.
Oral prednisolone 5 mg twice a day for 1 week
Apply hydrocortisone and fusidic acid cream thrice a day gently over the affected areas.
Apply a soothing moisturiser like Cetaphil moisturizing cream 15-20 mintues after applying the above creams.
Take oral antihistaminics like Benadryl as required for itching and irritation.
Avoid tight undergarments and harsh soap.
Hope this will take care of his condition
Thanks
Dr Hardik Pitroda

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