I am having psoraisis(psoriasis) on the foreskin of my penis.

Hi,
I am having psoriasis on the foreskin of my penis, it is about 1 cm length and .5cm width ( white patch). It started at the age of 19 or 20 and currently i am 30 years now. As per my knowledge nobody in my family had this problem. Now my parents want me to get married. I am in a dilemma now because another problem i.e.  the skin between the shaft of the penis and foreskin got infected and it is having small crack which is paining when i masterbate and it is not curing at all ( it is there for nearly 3 months). is there any link between the crack and the white patch on the foreskin. I am having many other skin problems also ( like skin colored warts under the shoulder etc.. ) I am scared & depressed very much. Please help me ....

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
This crack can be due to dryness of skin and psoriasis and the masturbation is causing friction rub which is delaying its healing. For mild-moderate symptoms a weak steroid may be used (e.g. hydrocortisone as dermacort), whilst more severe cases require a higher-potency steroid (e.g. clobetasol propionate, fluocinonide).But they are available under prescription and should be taken only after consulting a dermatologist. Symptoms  can be exacerbated by dryness of the skin. Use good quality moisturizers to prevent moisture loss from the skin.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

[Murali88]

Thank you very much for the reply.  I will consult a doctor nearby.