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I had pimples on my penis a week ago. What could be the cause?
Query: Hi doctor,I had pimples on my penis a week ago. I had a doctor's examination but did not see it as anything serious, although I went to a sexual health clinic, and the doctor said there was a 75 % chance it was molluscum. Two other doctors told me that it may be folliculitis. These photographs uploa... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. I reviewed your case history and the attachments (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). My diagnosis would be folliculitis and Fordyce spots. Regardless, neither of them is sexually contagious. It does not look like a molluscu... Read Full »
I am a circumcised male, and the apex of my penis appears swollen with less visible veins. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, The cause of the ring I acquired around the apex of my penis, right below its head, was enlargement of the veins. But now it seems to be swollen. The veins are less noticeable, but the swelling puffs up toward the top. I am circumcised, but when I first noticed the veins, I was sexually a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Please help me with a few details so that I can understand your situation better: Are you diabetic or hypertensive? Do you smoke? Why and when were you circumcised? Does this swelling only appear when you have ... Read Full »
I have swollen and discolored penis tip. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I consulted a doctor two months ago because my penis tip was purple. The doctor said it was because of breaking tiny blood vessels under the meatus. He said to keep a watch. It has been over two months now, and the condition is persisting. It burns a little when I pee. My penis tip is a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. You may have torn the frenular vessel. Could you help me with a few more details: Have you had rough intercourse or masturbation before? Do you have any difficulty retracting your penile skin? Do you have trouble p... Read Full »
I have been having weak erections after a left testicle injury.
Query: Hello doctor, For the past eight days, I have been having weak or no erections, even during the morning. I was traveling for the last 10 days and consumed two to three beers daily, which is not usual for me. Additionally, I mildly injured my left testicle during sexual activity, which caused slight ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Thank you for your query.I understand your concern. I have a few questions for you. Are you diabetic or hypertensive? Are you married or have a regular partner? How would you rate your erections on a scale of 1 to 10? Are your early morning erections preserved? Do you sm... Read Full »
I have pain in my right testicle, which also looks reduced in length. What could be the cause of it?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 32 years old and sometimes I have pain in my right testicle. It also looks reduced in length. Would like to know the cause of it? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please help me with a few details. How long has this been going on? Do you have pain daily or occasionally? Is there a swelling above the testis? Do you have any difficulty passing urine like straining, burning, urgency, or frequency? Have you ever had any blood in y... Read Full »
I am currently taking Zoloft and suffer from PSSD. Can one tablet cause penis shrinkage?
Query: Hi doctor,I am concerned about taking antidepressants and PSSD. I took one pill the other day and did not notice any side effects. I have been able to get erections and orgasms. My biggest concern is penis shrinkage from PSSD. I am currently taking Zoloft. Could this be possible by taking one pill? ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Let me assure you saying that a majority of patients who are on SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) do not face any issues with their sexual function. Even if they do, it is easily treated with some dose... Read Full »
I have some mild, dull discomfort in my penis. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am having some discomfort in my penis. It comes and goes but if I put pressure I do not feel anything. There is mild dull discomfort. When I sleep I do not feel anything but when I sit depending on if jean tightens that area it starts to pain. Please advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please help me with a few details so that we can get to the bottom of your issue. Are you diabetic or hypertensive? Or have any other illnesses? Have you had any surgeries in the past? Do you have any difficulty in passing urine, such as increas... Read Full »
I have a mild, persistent itching on my penis. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old male, 5 feet 4 inches tall, and weigh 165 pounds. I do not smoke or consume alcohol. Lately, I have been experiencing a mild, persistent itching sensation on the top part of my penis. Although it is not severe, it is consistently present. Could you please suggest a ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.Before I can provide you with specific recommendations for the itch, could you please provide some additional details? How long have you been dealing with this itching sensation? Are you circumcised? If not, do you face any challenges in r... Read Full »
I injured my penile frenulum and it started bleeding without any pain. Should I bandage the wound?
Query: Hello doctor, I snapped my penile frenulum last night and experienced bleeding. Still, some light bleeding was there in the morning. No pain. Do I retract the foreskin and bandage the area?Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. A torn frenulum generally takes a couple of weeks to heal. The bleeding also subsides in a few hours unless you have a bleeding tendency or clotting factor deficiency. I suggest you give adequate rest to the area. ... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I have had intermittent pain on the tip of my penis (at the urethral opening) for months. I do not have an STI or UTI. The pain seems to get worse after sitting for a while, eating or drinking, or after a large bowel movement. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. We will pay close attention to your worries and address all your questions with utmost care. I feel sorry to hear about your troubles. Please help me with a few details so that we can get to the bottom of your issue: How long have you had this issue? Do you have a... Read Full »