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Candidal Balanoposthitis

Inflammation of both the glans penis and foreskin due to candida infection is called candidal balanoposthitis. It can cause symptoms such as pain, irritation, dry skin, shiny foreskin, itching, burning sensation, foul odor, thick and leathery skin, and unusual discharge.

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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 »


Dr. Sangeeth Kumar

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 »


Dr. Ashwini. V. Swamy

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 »


Dr. Sushil Kakkar

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 »


Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula

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 »


Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty

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 »


Dr. Payal Chauhan

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 »


Dr. Suvash Sahu

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 »

The color of my penis has changed to white and there are some red spots with a foul smell. Kindly help.

Query: Hi doctor, The color of my penis has changed to white and there are some red spots with a foul smell. Kindly suggest medications for this issue.  Read Full »


Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. There are no attached photographs in your message. Kindly send a picture of the affected area to assess the condition and suggest the appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Thank you.  Read Full »

I am a 44-year-old diabetic male with itching and rashes on the penis. How to treat it?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 44-year-old male diabetic on oral medication. Last month I got a problem with my penis. Its skin has become hard, and I cannot move it back. I read it was phimosis and applied Betnovate, and it became normal in four to five days. However, now my sugar is high, and I have develop...  Read Full »


Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please attach a clinical image to arrive at a definitive diagnosis so I can guide you accordingly. Possible differential diagnosis could be balanoposthitis, balanitis, and genital scabies. Attach a clinical image for a proper treatment plan. Avoid Betnovate (Betameth...  Read Full »

The outer skin of my penis looks reddish. What could be done?

Query: Hello doctor, The outer skin of my penis looks reddish. I also have pain at the point where the penis is attached underneath the foreskin. I do not have a problem with erection. Please suggest medicines. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Nidhi Jain

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please send a few good quality photographs taken in natural light.  Regards. Revert with more information to a sexologist online --> https://icliniq.com./ask-a-doctor-online/sexologist  Read Full »

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