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My penis gets swollen with itching and pain during sex. Why?

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Published At October 15, 2018
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My penis gets swollen after sex for the past two months. I have itching and pain during sex. I will send you the picture of my swollen penis.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have gone through the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The swollen penis with itching can be due to balanitis with inflammation in penis and glans. You can take an anti-inflammatory drug to get relief from pain and inflammation. If the swelling is painful, use a topical steroid cream. If needed, use a topical antifungal. You can consult a dermatologist or urologist for examination and get the prescription accordingly.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri

Pathology

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