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Why is the tip of my penis turning white?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

The skin at the tip of my penis is becoming white from the past three months. There is no pain or any other problem due to that. I feel pressure to urinate, but while urinating the flow is slow. I do not know why my penis has become white. Kindly advice.
Answered by Dr. Khant Shahil Rameshbhai

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Dr. Khant Shahil Rameshbhai is a skilled urologist and andrologist with expertise in general surgery, urological conditions, and male reproductive health. He provides advanced care in areas such as kidney and urinary disorders, male infertility, and sexual health. With a patient-centric approach, he ensures personalized treatment plans to support both recovery and long-term well-being.

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Hello,

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Please send me an image. It might be vitiligo or balanitis xerotica obliterans.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thanks for your prompt reply. I am attaching the picture for your better understanding. Kindly suggest the best remedy. Warm regards.

Answered by Dr. Khant Shahil Rameshbhai

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Khant Shahil Rameshbhai is a skilled urologist and andrologist with expertise in general surgery, urological conditions, and male reproductive health. He provides advanced care in areas such as kidney and urinary disorders, male infertility, and sexual health. With a patient-centric approach, he ensures personalized treatment plans to support both recovery and long-term well-being.

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I have seen the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The whitish discoloration of the penis is due to an infection. I suggest you to apply Candid ointment (Clotrimazole) twice a day for 15 days, in the morning and evening, Clean your penis properly with only water by pulling the foreskin completely before applying the above ointment. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and start using the medicine after their consent.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for replying. My urine flow is also slow as compared to the pressure. Is there any relation to the infection?

Answered by Dr. Khant Shahil Rameshbhai

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Khant Shahil Rameshbhai is a skilled urologist and andrologist with expertise in general surgery, urological conditions, and male reproductive health. He provides advanced care in areas such as kidney and urinary disorders, male infertility, and sexual health. With a patient-centric approach, he ensures personalized treatment plans to support both recovery and long-term well-being.

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Hello,

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Yes, it might be because of the infection. I suggest you try the ointment for 15 days. If the flow is still low, then you might require uroflowmetry test.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At November 30, 2017
Reviewed At June 30, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Khant Shahil Rameshbhai is a skilled urologist and andrologist with expertise in general surgery, urological conditions, and male reproductive health. He provides advanced care in areas such as kidney and urinary disorders, male infertility, and sexual health. With a patient-centric approach, he ensures personalized treatment plans to support both recovery and long-term well-being.

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Dr. Khant Shahil Rameshbhai is a skilled urologist and andrologist with expertise in general surgery, urological conditions, and male reproductive health. He provides advanced care in areas such as kidney and urinary disorders, male infertility, and sexual health. With a patient-centric approach, he ensures personalized treatment plans to support both recovery and long-term well-being.

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