The reason that I posted on this forum is because I posted the same question on the STD forum and the Dr. there said that I could more than likely rule out STD's because redness on the tip of the penis is not a stand alone symptom but if there were pain or discharge I would have to consider STD's. He stated that I could rule out chlamydia and gonorrhea.
I came here to see if there were other urological reasons for this redness.
Thank you for the input. I appreciate.
I guess the only question that I have is whether or not 4 clean urine samples would indicate that I am free of bacterial STD's or do I need to have case specific tests done. I have been told that a regular urine sample would show positive for chlamydia or gonorrhea bacteria but would require specialized tests. Is this true or is this bacterium only detectable through specialized tests?
It seems you have been treated for multiple possibilities.
Dermatitis, yeast and STDs all should be considered - and it seems to have been treated appropriately.
Repeat urethral swab and urine tests can exclude STDs. Prostatitis can be considered, and evaluated with a transrectall ultrasound.
I agree with the trials of steroid creams and antifungals. A referral to a dermatologist can be done for further evaluation.
A urologist can be consulted. Prostatitis can be evaluated with the ultrasound as well as a prostatic massage.
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 patients education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
www.kevinmd.com