Balanitis, erectile dysfunction, epispadias, and Peyronie's disease are some of the common penile disorders that affect men. Penile disorders cause symptoms such as swelling and itching of the penis, bleeding from the penis, rashes over the skin of the penis, and painful erections. One should consult a doctor if the symptoms of the penile disorders persists.
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Should I be concerned about the red mark on my penis skin?
Query: Hello doctor,I have a red mark on my penis skin. I have shared the images. Should I be concerned about the same? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I checked the image (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). If you have unprotected sex, we must consider sexually transmitted infections. If not, it can be a simple bacterial infection. I suggest you use the ointment T... Read Full »
I have had problems getting a firm penile erection after COVID. Why?
Query: Hi doctor,I am 21 years old, and since I had COVID-19 infection three months back, I have had problems getting a firm erection and have lost penis sensitivity. I eat healthy food, am in good physical shape, and do sports regularly, which came to me as a shock, this problem has persisted for two and ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. This erectile dysfunction can be self-limiting with time recovery after COVID infection for some organs can take some time like a few more months. In case of no recovery, I suggest taking an ultrasound doppler of the penis, but I do not suggest i... Read Full »
What medication is advised for odorless wetness at penis tip?
Query: Hello doctor, I had intercourse with my girlfriend and it slipped. Also, my girl just started her menstrual cycle at about the same time. After about two weeks later, I noted slight wetness at the tip of my penis and had some irritation. I took Azithromycin three tablets. The irritation stopped, bu... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The wetness you are experiencing may not be an infection, it could be due to friction-related issue after intercourse causing some inflammation. As you have already run the tests and taken a course of antibiotics, there is not much to worry about. Observe the discha... Read Full »
Why do I suffer from severe itching in my penis?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from severe itching in my penis, especially in the circumcised area. It started to happen a month ago. I also feel like my penis is getting thinner day by day. I am unmarried. What to do? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I request you share a picture of the affected area. If there was unprotected sex, one needs to think of sexually transmitted infection. I suggest you do the following tests. 1. TPHA (Treponema pallidum hemagglutination) test. ... Read Full »
Why does my penis become soft and flaccid during sex?
Query: Hello doctor, I get a penile erection during initial foreplay, but after some time, the penis becomes loose, and the penis does not hold an erection for long enough to complete the foreplay and move forward to penetration. The penis becomes flaccid just before penetration, and there is a sudden loss... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It seems you may be suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED). Causes for Erectile Dysfunction (ED) include: 1. Stress due to work or family-related issues. 2. Depression. 3. Varicocele. 4. Fear of failure. 5. Low self-esteem. 6.... Read Full »
Can psychiatric medicines lead to poor erection and delayed ejaculation?
Query: Hello doctor, I was on Escitalopram for the past 14 years till date and with Lorel also before five years back but later the psychiatrist stopped. Now, I am only on Nexito 0.5 mg daily for three days and once Nexito plus on the fourth day. I have an erectile dysfunction for which I am consuming hom... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Taking Escitalopram or Lorazepam without a regular supervision of a psychiatrist for long periods of time is not advisable. This affects the health badly. Nexito is Escitalopram only and this could be the reason for your poor orgasm or delayed ejaculation. If your li... Read Full »
I have had a rash on my penile glans for years. What could it be?
Query: Hello doctor, For the past four years, I have had what looks to be some sort of rash on my penile glans. I went to the doctors, and they did not say much. He just said that it was not an STD, gave me cream for yeast infections, and told me to use it until it was gone. I did what they told me, and it... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please send me the photographs of the affected area for a better evaluation and treatment, but for now, I am treating it as a fungal infection. Fungal infection, indeed is very problematic if it becomes recurrent. First of all, you keep these p... Read Full »
Why do I have a burning sensation in the glans penis?
Query: Hello doctor, I have burning penis glans. It burns constantly and is ruining my life. It all started after I had thrush which is now gone. Sometimes, a very light red rash appears on glans and foreskin when warm. Testicle also can go red after rubbing or shower. My doctor said I have male genital dy... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query, based on your symptoms and examination I would concur with the opinion of your treating physician and his treatment. Penile hypersensitivity is very troublesome, but symptoms usually decrease with time. If very severe, circumcision may help... Read Full »
I have red rashes in scrotum area. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have severe rashes in my scrotum area. It has become hard and dry with red bumps all over the scrotum area and the penis too. I usually use Dettol soap and also I have shaved my groin area. Is that the reason for this? Please tell any medicines. I have chronic urticaria since last y... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, Dettol is an irritant. It can make skin dry and cause bumps over it. Dettol should not be used. Kindly follow this prescription. 1. Apply Hydrocortisone plus Gentamicin combination cream. 2. Apply Vaseline (Petroleum Jelly) 4 to 5 times a day. 3. Take Loratad... Read Full »
I have both discoloration and numbness in the glans penis. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 31 years old with 5.9 inches height and weight 150 pounds. I have both discoloration and numbness but only on the glans penis and not the shaft. I have gotten consultations, and no one can find the problem. I have photos to show before and after. I have had this problem for about ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks very much for consulting us. Discoloration of the glans and penis can have many causes like inflammation, bruises, or ischemia, and numbness can be mainly due to penis or nerve injury. The picture will help with the diagnosis if you send me. Gonococcal infection ... Read Full »
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