Can dryness during a handjob cause penile sores?

Question

Hello doctor,

I had a soar at the tip of my penis and the side of my penis where the skin was joined. This pain started in the last two days after my partner gave me a handjob. At that time, my penis was fully dry, and we did not use any lubricant during the handjob. Please guide me on what to do.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read your query and understand your concern.

From the attached images (the attachment was removed to protect the patient's identity), the tip of the penis looks somewhat inflamed. There is a reddish discoloration on the tip of the penile opening. It could be an infection. Is there any difficulty and pain during micturition? Any low-grade fever? Any recent sexual exposure? Any history of chronic diabetes? Have you done any routine urine examination tests?

Please reply to the above questions and add details if any other medical history is available to guide you better.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Your reply to my questions does not hint at a urinary tract infection. Since there was no sexual exposure with your partner, there is nothing to worry about. It may be due to the stretch of the tip of the penile skin without lubricant. If you get any of the above symptoms, do a urine routine and microscopy test before taking antibiotics. You can take the tablet with a combination of Aceclofenac and Paracetamol two times daily for mild soreness for three days. Wash the tip of the penile opening with soap and water.

I hope this helps.

Please revert to assist you further.

Thank you.