Penis Rash

[Rybo401]

About a week ago I woke up and had a red rash type thing on the base of my penis and halfway up the shaft. It doesnt itch or hurt. I am sexually active but she has never had another partner and has never had a yeast infection. This week I have been applying lotrimin ultra and a cortisone cream.

I'm not sure what this is and I'm really worried.

Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be due to dermatitis or friction rub of chafing. 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.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.

[mooksmom]

I can't see the area, but If it was MY penis, I'd use a condom with any sexual intercourse til I knew what it was, and see what happens with the current OTC meds you are using over the weekend.