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What Causes Redness, Itching And Burning Sensation In The Glans Of Penis?

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Posted on Wed, 20 Apr 2016
Question: My penis glans is red and itches and burns. Hard to pull the foreskin over without discomfort. This has been on going for three weeks. Do I have an infection somewhere that causes this or is it a localized infection?
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (17 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Probably an infection underneath the foreskin!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this difficulty you have reported. From the information you have reported, it suggests that there is an underlying inflammation which prevents smooth movement of this foreskin over the glans. I will suggest that you get it evaluated to pinpoint the cause and treat accordingly. This is most likely a localized infection at this area.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (5 minutes later)
There also appears to be a few small lesions on the foreskin. Could this be a herpes episode?
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (26 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Can you upload an image for review?

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Please, upload an image for review. This way, I can comment whether this is suggestive of an herpes infection or not.

I wish you well.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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What Causes Redness, Itching And Burning Sensation In The Glans Of Penis?

Brief Answer: Probably an infection underneath the foreskin! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this difficulty you have reported. From the information you have reported, it suggests that there is an underlying inflammation which prevents smooth movement of this foreskin over the glans. I will suggest that you get it evaluated to pinpoint the cause and treat accordingly. This is most likely a localized infection at this area. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.