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How to get rid of infected and itchy penis and foreskin?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My penis and surrounding foreskin are infected and covered with white spots. It has been itching for two days. I have not taken any medication until now. Please help.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

It is balanitis (a condition that causes inflammation and redness of the glans penis) with a secondary bacterial infection. Apply Fucidin (Fusidic acid) cream twice daily for seven days. Take tablet Zifi (Cefixime) 200 mg twice daily after food for five days. Wash genitals with Episoft (Cetearyl alcohol) cleanser for one month. Consult your doctor and take the medicines accordingly.

Some tips to control it:

1. Maintain proper genital hygiene and avoid using harsh soaps or fragrance-based lotions.

2. Avoid scratching and rubbing lesions, and keep the area clean and dry.

3. Keep checking your sugar levels and avoid injury or friction in that area.

4. Get a urine routine culture microscopy and complete blood count with STI (sexually transmitted infections) panel tests.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I hope you have gone through the attached image. I do have a black mark on my penis. It has been there since my birth. Will it hurt, or will I have any side effects in the future? Please advise.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

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Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

No, if it is present since birth, it will not hurt you in the future.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At October 10, 2022
Reviewed At March 24, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Venereology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

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