redness underside of penis head

[joesan]

Does anyone know what is wrong?  The penis underside is bright red, and I feel a tinge, but I dont scratch it.
Should I go to a dermoltolist or a urlogist for this?  I did have a woman give me oral sex, could it be from that?

[Dr_Aparna]

Hi,
It  could be balanitis, which is inflammation of the glans( head) penis.The most common causes are:
irritants: neglected hygiene and tight foreskin  lead to irritation by smegma (a cheesy substance secreted under the foreskin).
seborrhoeic dermatitis: an inflammatory rash of uncertain cause that is commonly seen on the scalp, behind the ears and in the skin folds.
thrush (candida): although this infection is probably over-diagnosed by doctor and patient.
contact allergy: latex and additives used in rubber manufacture (eg condoms) and constituents of skincare products (used by the patient or partner).
It could also be as a result of mechanical trauma caused by force applied to the head.
You could go to a dermatologist or an urologist to get the problem diagnosed and then initiate appropriate treatment.
ref:http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/menshealth/facts/balanitis.htm

[Vanessa Lacuesta]

Hi

This may be mild irritation or it may be a dermatitic skin condition. Just wash the area with a mild cleanser and observe the skin condition. If this persists, applying 1% hydrocortisone may help alleviate the rash. If the rash persists then you may need further tests for this.

Avoid sexual activity for the moment, until this has fullly resolved.