Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Red Colored Boil In Inside The Penis Foreskin?
I have found some red coloured wounds type boil in small size inside my foreskin few months back and then I consulted with skin specialist. he told it is genetal herpes but I have not sexual relation with other women except my wife and she has no such type of promblem. suggest me what can I do now. is thiere any test for it? without sexual contract it can come inside the body? what is the treatment for it?
posted on
Fri, 14 Mar 2014
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Mon, 19 Nov 2018
Answered on
Thu, 22 Nov 2018
Last reviewed on
Hello,
It could be a superficial bacterial infection.
As of now you can apply topical antibiotics like mupirocin after cleaning with soap and water.
If symptoms persists better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
It could be a superficial bacterial infection.
As of now you can apply topical antibiotics like mupirocin after cleaning with soap and water.
If symptoms persists better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Circumcision
Loading Online Doctors....