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What Causes Dryness And Irritation Around Foreskin Of Penis?
Question: My boyfriend of 4 years who is not circumcised has been experiencing dryness and irritation around the end of the unerect foreskin on his penis. It appears like really dry skin. It is uncomfortable when he gets an erection, but fine until after intercourse, then he experiences soreness and irritation again for about 2 weeks. He has tried cortisone creams, vasoline, and olive oil to keep the dry area soft, but no luck. This has been a problem for over a year now. Any idea's?
Brief Answer:
fungal
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Such problem is even seen in fungal infections.
I usually prescribe ointment clotrimazole in such cases and have seen good response with that.
He can try this.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you
fungal
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Such problem is even seen in fungal infections.
I usually prescribe ointment clotrimazole in such cases and have seen good response with that.
He can try this.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you
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