redness around uncut skin around penis

[alwaysready4420]

my penis is uncut and i have redness around the skin that goes over the head. the head of my penis has a light film over it. was wanting to know what to do about it.

[peluda]

My ten year old uncircumsice has an itchy penis and red in his skin inside as you pull not on the penis but skin how should i treat it

[peluda]

My ten year old uncircumsice has an itchy penis and red in his skin inside as you pull not on the penis but skin how should i treat it

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be due to balanitis. It is an inflammation of the glans penis. Oral course of antibiotics is needed.In addition, please don’t use any cosmetics on the penis, instead use some topical antimicrobials like Bacitracin or Lotrimin. Also corticosteroids and topical immunosuppressants can be used but they are available under prescription. Also retract the foreskin daily and soak in warm water to clean penis and foreskin. In case the symptoms persist then consult a urologist/dermatologist for evaluation and antimicrobials and steroids prescription.

I hope it helps. Take care and regards.