What Does A Dark Spot On The Penis Head Suggest?

Posted on Thu, 16 Jun 2016

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Question : I woke up this morning with a dark spot on the head of my penis, i haven't been active lately, could it be an eczema ??

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Photograph required

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
If the spot appeared suddenly then it might be an allergic reaction.
Can you please upload a photograph of the involved area.
This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis.
For immediate relief use cortisone cream.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Thanks for the reply I used betnovate after send the first inquiry

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (15 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Allergic reaction

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the photograph.
It is looking like an allergic reaction.
Don't use betnovate it's a strong steroid and can harm your skin.
Use cortisone cream for a week.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

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