Inflamed Penis Shaft

I spent the past 3 weeks working working outside in high temp and humidity.  I noticed a rash developing on the shaft of my penis.  The itching went away, but my shaft is now inflamed.  What is the cause and how can I treat it.  There is no redness.

[JayTorrence15]

Also, after having sex with my wife, the symptoms excelerated.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
These symptoms are due to chafing of the skin which occurred after working in heat and then intercourse causing irritation and rubbing of the skin. Wash the areas several times with fresh water. Do not use any cosmetic products at the sites. You can apply some calamine lotion at the rash as it will help in soothing the skin. Also wear cotton undergarments. Application of mild corticosteroid cream and oral antiinflammatories like ibuprofen/acetaminophen are also helpful but they should be taken only after prescription.If the symptoms are severe then it will be best to consult a dermatologist.

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 dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.