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I have red dots, bumps, and feel itchy on the head of my penis. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have red dots on the head of my penis and my skin becomes dry when I get hard. I do not know how long I have had the bumps, but it got itchy about five days back. The itchiness resolved after I showered with an antibacterial soap. The red bumps have not become small. I experienced peel... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am here to extend a helping hand to you. I would like to know the following: Could you please elaborate more? Do you have any history of high-risk unprotected sexual activity? Do you have any other symptoms like pain or fever? As I can see in the picture f... Read Full »
I have penile yeast infection with itching and pain. Please suggest treatment.
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from penile yeast infection since a week (candidal balanitis). Due to lockdown I could not see a doctor and researched online and used Clotrimazole cream IP but no betterment. Since yesterday, itching and pain has increased. Can you please help me out with this. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Candida infection present as a whitish membrane over the penile head with reddish mucous. It is very itchy. I hope it is diagnosed by a dermatologist only. Clotrimazole is effective in most of the time. Candida is a normal commensal in our body but in some it causes sym... Read Full »
Why am I having red spots on my uncircumcised penis?
Query: Hi doctor, I have candida balanoposthitis. I consulted a doctor, and he gave me Glospor DS 200 mg for a week with Livafin ointment. But still, I am having red spots on the penis. My penis is uncircumcised. Please provide your suggestion. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please say whether you have diabetes. Please tell whether you are sexually active, with a regular partner and whether you use a condom. Please upload the appropriate images of the present condition, so that, I can guide you further. Read Full »
I have itchy boils on my penis. Please suggest medications.
Query: Hello doctor,I have small boils (red and white) on the head of my penis and also inside the skin, along with itching. I regularly clean with warm water and sometimes put some Vaseline gel, but nowadays, it has increased very much. I think it is a fungal infection. Please suggest a good medicine and ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your history, it appears to be a fungal infection. Could you please send me pictures for an appropriate diagnosis and treatment? Read Full »
Despite medication, why do I still have balanitis?
Query: Hello doctor,I have balanitis on the head of my penis, below the foreskin. I am applying T-Bact and taking Augmentin 625 as an oral pill. It has been four days since I have started the medication. It is not going, though itching has reduced somewhat. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Balanitiscan be either bacterial, fungal, viral or non-infectious. The most common being fungal. It is difficult to say without seeing your clinical picture. Please attach your clinical picture along with your query so that it is convenient for me to comment on your con... Read Full »
My glans penis is red and inflamed. What is it?
Query: Hello doctor,I am 52. I noticed my glans penis has some measles-like red spots all over. Overall, the glans penis seems reddish and slightly inflamed. A light irritation is felt. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern and viewed the image (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You seem to have a yeast infection called candidal balanitis. I suggest you use a topical antifungal cream such as Clotrimazole 1 % and Beclomethasone dipropionate 0.05 ... Read Full »
Why am I getting itching and burning sensation on my penis?
Query: Hello doctor, I was taking Oxra 5 mg tablet for diabetes, and due to this I had excessive urination. I got a fungal infection on the skin of my penis with a burning sensation and itching. I got this problem two weeks ago when I was on Oxra. I consulted a skin specialist and he prescribed Itraconazol... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Candidal balanoposthitis is a very common fungal infection of the glans and prepuce of the penis. It is usually seen in poorly-controlled diabetics. Also, the treatment course you have taken is incomplete. Usually, the antifungal cream needs to be applied daily for a... Read Full »
I have had itching for a week and a few patches on my penis head. What could be the reason?
Query: Hi doctor, My penis head is itching, and certain areas have a few red patches. It has been occuring for almost a week. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. According to your history, it might be Candidial Balanoposthitis. Candidial Balanoposthitis is a fungal illness that causes itchy red patches on the glans penis (the head), as you have mentioned. It may also cause slight cracks and swelling... Read Full »
What causes a red itchy area on the penis with painful urination?
Query: Hello doctor,I have a red area that is itching on the penis head for a week. It looks like balanitis according to the pictures I searched. I also have pain after urinating. I have tried with Nystatin cream, but I have more itching than before. I cannot go to the ER, but the quickest appointment with... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please send a picture of the affected area to help you better. I need to see to suggest the appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Read Full »
My issue of Zoon balanitis persists despite treatment. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I was diagnosed to have Zoon's balanitis and recommended Imiquimod, Takfa and Hh Derm. Even after 30 days of application, the problem still persists. Should I continue with the same ointment? Kindly guide me. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query and concern. Zoon's balanitis requires long-term treatment. Imiquimod requires at least 16 weeks, Takfa (Tacrolimus) should be used for a longer duration and Hh Derm (combination of Mometasone, Fusidic acid, and Clotrimazole) is to prevent infecti... Read Full »