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Having pubic hair with white coating. What is it?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have been getting pubic hair with a white coating under the testicle area. It almost looks like the hair is coated with white conditioner. I have also noticed that the area seems to be sticky when I sweat. I shave the pubic hair off, but it comes right back. I have been checked for STDs (sexually transmitted disease) and I have none. Is this from my partner since it keeps coming back? Or is it deeper than shaving the hair off? Are there any creams I can use?
Answered by Dr. Suvash Sahu

Education:

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Dr. Suvash Sahu is a skilled Cosmetologist and Dermatologist with two decades of experience in skin health and aesthetics. He specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of dermatological conditions while offering advanced cosmetic procedures to enhance appearance. With his expertise, he combines medical care and aesthetic solutions, focusing on achieving healthy skin, restoring confidence, and improving overall quality of life for his patients.

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Hi,

I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries.

I understand your concern and will try to help you with it.

Please get reviewed with picture for better evaluation and the best possible treatment of your concern. It seems you have excessive sebum secretion from your body. For this you have to clean the area regularly with Syndet soap (Cetaphil) like Moisturex Syndet soap or Perobar 2.5 (Benzoyl peroxide). Also, shave the area regularly and try an oil-free moisturizer twice or thrice daily.

Thank you for consulting me.

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I will try that.

What causes this? And what can I do to prevent it? Is it my partner giving me this? Although I shave, I have a few hairs in the picture.

Answered by Dr. Suvash Sahu

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Suvash Sahu is a skilled Cosmetologist and Dermatologist with two decades of experience in skin health and aesthetics. He specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of dermatological conditions while offering advanced cosmetic procedures to enhance appearance. With his expertise, he combines medical care and aesthetic solutions, focusing on achieving healthy skin, restoring confidence, and improving overall quality of life for his patients.

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I read and understand your concern.

I can see excessive sebum secretion in the genitalia. It is under the influence of sex hormones and its level varies from individual to individual. It did not get transferred from your partner. As far as the treatment part, there is no active treatment required. Just maintaining regular cleaning. It is not a disease. It is a physiological response. So, nothing to worry about. It will slowly go away as you cross the age of 30 or more.

Looking forward to your response in order to help you.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I have been cleaning it with Caress bar soap. But I will use what you suggested since my soap is not working.

Answered by Dr. Suvash Sahu

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Suvash Sahu is a skilled Cosmetologist and Dermatologist with two decades of experience in skin health and aesthetics. He specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of dermatological conditions while offering advanced cosmetic procedures to enhance appearance. With his expertise, he combines medical care and aesthetic solutions, focusing on achieving healthy skin, restoring confidence, and improving overall quality of life for his patients.

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I read and understand your concern.

Yes, you must try it and give me feedback about improvement.

Looking forward to your response in order to help you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At January 6, 2018
Reviewed At October 17, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Suvash Sahu is a skilled Cosmetologist and Dermatologist with two decades of experience in skin health and aesthetics. He specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of dermatological conditions while offering advanced cosmetic procedures to enhance appearance. With his expertise, he combines medical care and aesthetic solutions, focusing on achieving healthy skin, restoring confidence, and improving overall quality of life for his patients.

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A white coating on pubic hair, often described as a 'white conditioner' appearance, is a common concern. It is usually related to excessive sebum secretion, a natural oily substance produced by your skin.

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Always consult a doctor before taking medication; self-medication carries serious health risks. Take exact prescribed doses, and never start, change, or stop treatment without medical supervision.
Dr. Suvash Sahu
Dr. Suvash Sahu

Dermatology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Suvash Sahu is a skilled Cosmetologist and Dermatologist with two decades of experience in skin health and aesthetics. He specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of dermatological conditions while offering advanced cosmetic procedures to enhance appearance. With his expertise, he combines medical care and aesthetic solutions, focusing on achieving healthy skin, restoring confidence, and improving overall quality of life for his patients.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Consult other doctors in the same speciality
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