Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav
Venereology
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Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I have rashes on my penis for three months. Sometimes, I seem to have itching and I do not know how it get started. I practice self-masturbation alone and otherwise, I do not have any other issues.
Hi,
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Please mention whether you have diabetes, uncontrolled sugar levels, improper genital hygiene, atopy or allergies, and any chemical contact. Please mention whether you use harsh soap with chemicals. Please mention whether you have burning and irritation.
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor,
My father is diabetic and I do not have diabetes. My blood pressure is high around 140 mmHg. My sugar level was normal before two years. I am allergic to certain foods like garlic and almond. I have started to maintain better hygiene in the days preceding the issue. I clean my skin with soap and I have slight irritation. But it starts suddenly. This issue persists for some time.
Hi,
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It seems to be Zoon's balanitis. It is seen as swelling and inflammation in the glans penis. It occurs due to poor hygiene. Avoid using irritant soaps and lubricants if you are allergic to them. Avoid doing scratching and rubbing the lesions. Do a swab test to investigate the infection. Do a biopsy and urine culture or routine or microscopic examination. Please mention whether you have pain while urinating. Please mention whether you have any increase in the frequency of urination. Please mention whether you are prediabetic. You can use Candid-B cream (Beclomethasone and Clotrimazole) twice daily for a week. You can use an Episoft cleanser (Cetearyl alcohol with sodium lauroyl sarcosinate) or a non-soap cleanser twice daily to wash your genitals. Wash them with warm water too and keep the area dry. Do not take self-medication as it can worsen the lesions. Please answer the questions to guide you further.
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