What Causes Reddish Discoloration On The Testicles?

Posted on Sun, 8 Jan 2017

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Question : My skin on my testicles is reddish. It doesn't itch, hurt, there are no sores or peeling, flaking etc. I was diagnosed as being exposed to HSV 1 and 2 in September and have had none of the classic outbreaks. I don't know if this redness is related to HSV as I've described it or if it something else. Actually I'm not really sure how long I've had this cause it's most pronounced on the anal side of my testicles. I have a pic oh the scrotum only if I can get to you.

I might add that occasionally there is a sensation of very mild pins and needles

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

Brief Answer:
Could be due to HSV or due to a fungal infection.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone through your query and understand your concerns. The mentioned complaints could be either due to HSV or due to a fungal infection. You can upload the image using the facility on the upper right of this page. Alternatively, you can email it to YYYY@YYYY with my name as well as query id 312598 in the subject.

I will wait for your response.

Regards

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

Follow up: Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (11 minutes later)

Dr. Professor, I have sent the picture by email mail and via the facility on this page to insure you receive it one way or the other. Regards, XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Clotrimazole powder should help.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for writing back. I have checked the attached image. It does not look concerning. Applying candid (clotrimazole) powder should help in the resolution of your problem.

Regards

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