Candidal balanoposthitis is an inflammatory condition caused by candidal infection of the penis's foreskin and head. It can also be due to fungal, protozoal, and viral infections. Most commonly, candidal infections cause balanoposthitis in uncircumcised males. Symptoms include tight foreskin, itching and burning sensations, pain, dry skin, irritation, discharge, lesions, discoloration, swelling, etc. Treatment includes antimicrobial medications based on the causative agent, good personal hygiene procedures, and topical steroids. Other conditions causing balanoposthitis are psoriasis, eczema, allergic hygiene products, scratching due to masturbation, tight foreskin, etc.
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Allergy on the head part of my penis and inner skin of my penis.
Query: Hi, I am a 26 year old male. I am having some allergy on the head part of my penis and the inner skin of my penis. Consulted a local doctor. The doctors are saying that, it is just an allergy and giving some tablets and ointments. But it is not recovering. Give me your advice. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Thanks for writing to us. There could be many causes for such lesions like fungal infection (candidal balanoposthitis), lichen planus, irritant dermatitis, and etc. Candidal BP is the most common cause amongst all. So right now, I would advise you that, wash the area with lukewarm water twice in... Read Full »