What Do Severe Rashes With A White Colored Ring On The Penis Indicate?

Posted on Fri, 30 Mar 2018

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Question : DOC, while having intercourse I develop a severe rash on the penis. I inspected my penis and noticed something appeared to be a whiteish ring around my penis. The ring almost appears to be a stretch mark.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:

Kindly upload images

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

I request you to kindly upload a few images of the affected area in "Reports Section" so that I am able to guide you better.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist

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

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (3 hours later)

I uploaded a picture

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:

Use a topical antifungal

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

It seems like a yeast infection. I suggest you to apply a topical antifungal e.g Clotrimazole 1 % cream, twice daily, for a week.

Hope I have answered your query.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng