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Sensitive area / Abrasion on Penis
I have a small area on the tip of the penis that is very sensitive and has been there for more than 6 months. I thought it would just heal on its own. I have tried bandades and vasoline and nothing seems to help. The skin is slightly shiny and red about a quarter inch in width and an inch long. I thought it was from masterbastion but i stopped for a month and it did not get any better. Anytime i walk or run it is very irritating. There is no puss or blistering, it just seems like it is sensitive. Never had this at any other time in my life. Thank you for any help.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi.
I would not advise you putting a bandage around it. The affected skin has to "breathe" and the bandage may only trap moisture which may worsen the condition.
If this was not assessed by a physician yet, I suggest that you have this assessed already. This may not be something which requires immediate intervention but this is something which may respond to topical medications. This seems like a skin irritation however, an overlying fungal infection or dermatitic condition may also be present.
I would not advise you putting a bandage around it. The affected skin has to "breathe" and the bandage may only trap moisture which may worsen the condition.
If this was not assessed by a physician yet, I suggest that you have this assessed already. This may not be something which requires immediate intervention but this is something which may respond to topical medications. This seems like a skin irritation however, an overlying fungal infection or dermatitic condition may also be present.
The only thing is that if i don't put a bandage on the area it is very uncomfortable. The area never seems to get worse but it never seems to get better. I tried boxer briefs but they do not seem to help much at all. Is it alright to keep a bandage on it? Thank you
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi.
This sounds like an irritation. It seems superficial and I do not think there is an overlying infection here. The skin of the glans is very sensitive as this is thinner skin compared to skin in other parts of the body.
Refrain from unnecessarily touching the area as this may only worsen the condition. Wear loose underwear of light material to avoid further irritation. Do not apply any creams or lotions. Wash with a mild cleanser such as Cetaphil cleanser. Pat dry and do not rub. I suggest that you have this assessed by a physician if the symptoms persist or if the patch appears to increase in size or change in appearance.
This sounds like an irritation. It seems superficial and I do not think there is an overlying infection here. The skin of the glans is very sensitive as this is thinner skin compared to skin in other parts of the body.
Refrain from unnecessarily touching the area as this may only worsen the condition. Wear loose underwear of light material to avoid further irritation. Do not apply any creams or lotions. Wash with a mild cleanser such as Cetaphil cleanser. Pat dry and do not rub. I suggest that you have this assessed by a physician if the symptoms persist or if the patch appears to increase in size or change in appearance.
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