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What Causes Cracks And Dryness On Foreskin?
Hi, I am a 28 year old male in good health. Over the past couple of years my foreskin has been experiencing dryness, and in turn, cracking and causing slight discomfort when being pulled back.. I have been prescribed Cannesten Cream in the past to deal with it but I have found it is not working. Must I think about circumcision?? :(
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Hi,
If you had unprotected sex - need to rule out sexually transmitted infection.
If not it can be due to bacterial or fungal infection. Share a picture for confirmation. Increased blood sugar can give you this symptom. Circumcision is the final option.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr S.R.Raveendran, Sexologist
If you had unprotected sex - need to rule out sexually transmitted infection.
If not it can be due to bacterial or fungal infection. Share a picture for confirmation. Increased blood sugar can give you this symptom. Circumcision is the final option.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr S.R.Raveendran, Sexologist
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