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Why do I have soreness at the base of my penis?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have soreness at the base of my penis.

Kindly help. Thank you.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

I think it is chronic eczema. It is not infectious, but please do not scratch it. Do not leave any soap residue there. I advise you to try Betnovate-C (Betamethasone and Clioquinol) cream applied topically before bedtime for one week.

Any Emollient (moisturizer) during the day. Tablet Cetirizine to be taken orally at bedtime for one week. It is good to have a follow-up after one week.

I hope this addresses your concern.

Please provide comments and let me know if you have any more questions.

I would be pleased to assist you further.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the excellent and detailed response.

Will Benadryl and an eczema cream work? I also have Aquaphor.

Kindly help. Thank you.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Thank you for your detailed feedback.

Yes, you can use a Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) tablet orally once at bedtime instead of Cetirizine (tablet), which I prescribed above, but I do not think Diphenhydramine cream (Benadryl) is the right choice. Regarding Aquaphor, it is a good moisturizer and emollient that you can use anywhere, anytime, but it is not enough for treating your skin this time, so please apply Betnovate-C (cream) for one week. And follow the instructions mentioned above.

I hope this clarifies your concern.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any further questions.

Have a great day ahead.

Medically reviewed byDr. Preetha. J

Published At October 9, 2020
Reviewed AtFebruary 26, 2026

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