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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Red irritation on head of Penis
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Red irritation on head of Penis
by MAROON, Oct 04, 2004 12:00AM
I'm 42 yrs old. Last week I noticed a red oval area on the top of head of my penis about the size of a dime. The outside ring of the oval is slightly red, while the inside area is a normal skin color to slighly dry looking. After about a week, the inside area of the ring is now starting to turn dry (almost flaky looking.) I have not had unprotected sex for at least three weeks before this condition presented itself. The area does not really itch and does not hurt if I touch it.
I did go camping a few days before the area presented and thought this might be a bug bite. Also, the showers taken during that trip are from well water with a high smell of sulphur in the water.
Any help would be appreciated
I did go camping a few days before the area presented and thought this might be a bug bite. Also, the showers taken during that trip are from well water with a high smell of sulphur in the water.
Any help would be appreciated
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Oct 05, 2004 12:00AM
, Oct 05, 2004 12:00AM
Not sure, although it certainly doesn't sound like an STD. It probably isn't a bite (how would a bug get there?) More than likely, it's a form of eczema. Try leaving it alone and applying 1% hydrocortisone twice a day. If it persists for a week or so, show a doctor.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
I have similar symptoms - when I roll back foreskin tight I also notice the skin i sweating - the rim of my knob gets red ( as does inner foreskin) after sex or masturbation...not sore,,,spots appear moreso after stimulation...knob gets dry looking, and a bit rough texture when air dried....I will go see dermo and see what verdict is - will post response
good luck