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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Scar Yeast Infection
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.
Scar Yeast Infection
by ThanksDoc, May 30, 2004 12:00AM
Hi. I was scarred on the tip of the penis by a wart removal (it was inspected and confirmed by a doctor afterwards). I know scars fade eventually, but the expansion/contraction of the penis and friction from sex aggravates that area and it is not fading as my normal scars do. Sometimes it's a whitish area, but becomes red after aggravation. How can I help it fade?
To make matters worse, a bandage I had to help protect that area caused a yeast infection. The infection is now gone, but the dime-sized area of the infection remains reddish. I've read that yeast infections can leave permanent discoloration, although mine has improved slightly with age. Is it possible this discoloration will fade entirely?
To make matters worse, a bandage I had to help protect that area caused a yeast infection. The infection is now gone, but the dime-sized area of the infection remains reddish. I've read that yeast infections can leave permanent discoloration, although mine has improved slightly with age. Is it possible this discoloration will fade entirely?
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, May 30, 2004 12:00AM
, May 30, 2004 12:00AM
Yeast infections are superficial and may leave redness for a while, but not permanent scarring. It's best to leave these red marks alone and do as little as possible. Redness intensifies when the skin is rubbed or heated up, but that's just an optical effect and means nothing. No need to modify your sexual practices. Patience!
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Dr. Rockoff