Eczema of the penis is a skin condition encountered most commonly in uncircumcised males. This condition is similar to ringworm or other skin infections, the glans penis is the most commonly affected site but can occur anywhere including groins. The affected area is inflamed, red, flaky, and itchy leaving a person with discomfort. This can be caused by a variety of reasons like using tight clothes, or improper hygiene, but can be cured with the help of antihistamines and topical applicants.
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I am diagnosed with penile eczema. Kindly help.
Query: Hello,I have had a persistent issue with a small rough spot, dry skin, and cracks on the glans of my penis. The doctor diagnosed it as eczema and prescribed moisturizing cream and eczema-specific medication. However, these treatments did not show noticeable improvement. I have been maintaining hygie... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern, It seems you are having balanitis. Use Fudic cream and Lulibet cream local application twice daily. I hope this helps. Feel free to reach out if you have any further questions. Thank you. Read Full »
I have developed phimosis recently and a tightening of my foreskin. Please help
Query: Hi doctor, Recently I have developed phimosis, and it is not due to the frenulum; but due to the tightening of the foreskin at the penis opening. I do not know how it has developed, but it is in a circular form and has created some atopic eczema type of problems. It is not itchy but just lost all it... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Phimosis means tight foreskin; in this condition, the foreskin may not be moving freely. There are two ways to treat it one is medical, and the other is surgical. I will suggest medical treatment. First, pull down the foreskin as down as possible and apply Betamethason... Read Full »
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