Infection of the foreskin of the penis is known as posthitis. Poor genital hygiene is the main cause of such infections. Bacterial and fungal infections are mainly associated with such conditions. Other than this, sexually transmitted infections and allergic conditions are also associated with such infections.
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Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old male and I often masturbate. Now I have some sort of infection on the side of my penis and lots of itchiness around it, I am scared and I have never had sex. There is one more thing there is no infection or red spots under my foreskin. I have never suffered from suc... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. By your explanation, it seems you have balanitis, which needs your few pictures for confirmation. Balanitis is inflammation of the glans penis. Balanitis involving the foreskin and prepuce is termed balanoposthitis. Pred... Read Full »
My penis looks abnormal due to inflammation. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have been suffering from posthitis and balanitis for over a month. It is not itching or hurting anymore, but my penis still does not look normal. My skin is peeling, and some parts look rugged. Kindly advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Sorry to hear about your trouble. Balanoposthitis can be tricky to get rid of. A more suitable solution is to get a circumcision. It helps maintain hygiene and, of course, prevents skin inflammation. It may, however, relapse in the glans (hea... Read Full »
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