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Urology (Expert Forum)
Itching/Redness of Penis
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
KevinMD.com
Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
Itching/Redness of Penis
by villarrr, Jan 18, 2006 12:00AM
I have been having problem starting three months ago when I had unprotected sex. I am having issue of general itching/redness of penis. In addition there is small (~2mm) red mark (not raised, no fluid, gradually seems to be fading) on foreskin ~1" below head of penis.
Initially I self-treated with miconazole which seemed to make problem worse.
Went to see GP who tested for HIV and syphilis (which came back negative). I have not had raised or fluid filled sores and redness has been pretty much continuous (some days are better than others). On second trip to GP, he suggested I try clotrimazole which seemed to work for about a week until I accidentally put on miconazole instead which seems to have caused another outbreak.
What I found strange is that I have used miconazole in past (I have had yeast infections before...I am uncircumcised) with no negative reactions. Wondering if there something my GP and I are missing. Could this be some kind of STD like Clamydia (chlamydia)? Confused as to what could be cause...regardless the months of redness/itching have taken mental toll at this point. My GP seemed pretty convince this was yeast infection... which is why he did not order Clamydia (chlamydia) or
Initially I self-treated with miconazole which seemed to make problem worse.
Went to see GP who tested for HIV and syphilis (which came back negative). I have not had raised or fluid filled sores and redness has been pretty much continuous (some days are better than others). On second trip to GP, he suggested I try clotrimazole which seemed to work for about a week until I accidentally put on miconazole instead which seems to have caused another outbreak.
What I found strange is that I have used miconazole in past (I have had yeast infections before...I am uncircumcised) with no negative reactions. Wondering if there something my GP and I are missing. Could this be some kind of STD like Clamydia (chlamydia)? Confused as to what could be cause...regardless the months of redness/itching have taken mental toll at this point. My GP seemed pretty convince this was yeast infection... which is why he did not order Clamydia (chlamydia) or
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Jan 19, 2006 12:00AM
, Jan 19, 2006 12:00AM
I would be tested for various STDs, such as gonorrhea and chlamydia. This can be done with a urethral swab or urine tests. A urinalysis can look for any UTIs.
The prostate can be examined via a digital exam or a transrectal ultrasound.
If infection has been ruled out, you can consider dermatitis - which would be treated with a steroid cream.
Another dermatological opinion can be considered if the symptoms continue.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
The prostate can be examined via a digital exam or a transrectal ultrasound.
If infection has been ruled out, you can consider dermatitis - which would be treated with a steroid cream.
Another dermatological opinion can be considered if the symptoms continue.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
