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What Causes Swelling And Redness On Penile Area Post Masturbation?

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Posted on Tue, 7 Apr 2015
Question: I masturbated with hand soap and the nextday I had swelling,redness,bumps,dry skin and burning I'm really scared and don't know what to do
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Answered by Dr. Sanjay Kumar Kanodia (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
"Irritant/ Contact dermatitis" :suggestions below.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Welcome and thanks for posting your query to the forum.

I can understand your concern for the various problems over the penile area after the incidence.

After analyzing your query I can make out that you have got "Irritant/ Contact dermatitis" or in simple words allergy to contact of hand soap over the genital area.

To explain you elaborately about the condition - Due to exposure to any irritant material such as any creams or cosmetic product coming in contact with the areas can cause the problem. So there can be initial redness and itching with mild pain sensation. Later on it can cause redness, bumps along with burning too.

For the betterment kindly follow the suggestions below:

1. Avoid touching or repeated examination of the area.

2. Wear cotton clothes and avoid synthetic clothes.

3. Stay in cool environment(preferably AC) and avoid sweating.

4. Do cold compression over the affected area. Take a wet towel soaked in cold water and apply it for 5-10 minutes for 3-4 times a day.

5. Do not Pinch pop or squeeze or rub any area.

6. Do not use any deodorants or any cosmetics over and near the affected area.

For the part of treatment I suggest my patients to follow the suggestions below:

1. Apply plane Fluticasone or hydrocortisone or Mometasone cream in a thin layer in morning and at night time. Apply in a very thin layer so that it should not be visible to naked eye. You can apply it for 7 days and then stop it after that.

3. If there is any irritation or itching is present then can take tablet “Loratadine” or "Deslotatadine" tablet by mouth up to three to four times also if the itching is more.

It is better to get these medications prescribed from a doctor near you. I reassure you that you will be alright soon.

I hope above information will help you.

"Wish you good health"

Regards,
Dr Sanjay Kumar Kanodia
MD (Dermatology)
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Sanjay Kumar Kanodia (4 minutes later)
Am I really gonna be alright
I hope so
What is the best creme to use during the meantime
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Answered by Dr. Sanjay Kumar Kanodia (7 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
You will be alright in 1 to 2 weeks.

Detailed Answer:
Dear young buddy,

I reassure you fully that you will be alright soon. You can use Cortisone cream over the affected area for two times. This is available as over the counter cream. For irritation or burning you can take tab benadryl for three times till you meet a doctor.

It may take almost 1 to 2 weeks to get back to normal.

My all best wishes for your early recovery.

With regards,

Dr Sanjay Kanodia
MD-DERMATOLOGY
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Sanjay Kumar Kanodia (38 minutes later)
Thank you so much
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Answered by Dr. Sanjay Kumar Kanodia (30 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
My all best wishes for your earliest recovery.

Detailed Answer:
Dear young buddy,

You are most welcome for any guidance. My all best wishes for your earliest recovery.

With regards,

Dr Sanjay Kanodia
MD-DERMATOLOGY
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Sanjay Kumar Kanodia (2 hours later)
What if left untreated
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Answered by Dr. Sanjay Kumar Kanodia (8 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Should get treated for the sake of preventing any secondary complications

Detailed Answer:
Dear young buddy,

In your kind of condition where there is redness along with bumps and itching, one should get treated for it for the sake of preventing any secondary complications. Moist commonly it can get further infected and resultant issues with same.

Though it could also heal up by itself but in my view a simple 3 days course would be of much help.

With regards,

Dr Sanjay Kanodia
MD-DERMATOLOGY

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E
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Follow up: Dr. Sanjay Kumar Kanodia (35 minutes later)
I applied Hydrocortisone ointment USP 1%
is that good
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Answered by Dr. Sanjay Kumar Kanodia (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
You can apply hydrocortisone cream.

Detailed Answer:
Dear young buddy,

You can apply the hydrocortisone cream till you meet a doctor. Apply very thinly so that it should not be visible to the naked eye. Do cold compressions over the affected area for early recovery.

With regards,

Dr Sanjay Kanodia
MD-DERMATOLOGY & Sexually transmitted diseases
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What Causes Swelling And Redness On Penile Area Post Masturbation?

Brief Answer: "Irritant/ Contact dermatitis" :suggestions below. Detailed Answer: Hi, Welcome and thanks for posting your query to the forum. I can understand your concern for the various problems over the penile area after the incidence. After analyzing your query I can make out that you have got "Irritant/ Contact dermatitis" or in simple words allergy to contact of hand soap over the genital area. To explain you elaborately about the condition - Due to exposure to any irritant material such as any creams or cosmetic product coming in contact with the areas can cause the problem. So there can be initial redness and itching with mild pain sensation. Later on it can cause redness, bumps along with burning too. For the betterment kindly follow the suggestions below: 1. Avoid touching or repeated examination of the area. 2. Wear cotton clothes and avoid synthetic clothes. 3. Stay in cool environment(preferably AC) and avoid sweating. 4. Do cold compression over the affected area. Take a wet towel soaked in cold water and apply it for 5-10 minutes for 3-4 times a day. 5. Do not Pinch pop or squeeze or rub any area. 6. Do not use any deodorants or any cosmetics over and near the affected area. For the part of treatment I suggest my patients to follow the suggestions below: 1. Apply plane Fluticasone or hydrocortisone or Mometasone cream in a thin layer in morning and at night time. Apply in a very thin layer so that it should not be visible to naked eye. You can apply it for 7 days and then stop it after that. 3. If there is any irritation or itching is present then can take tablet “Loratadine” or "Deslotatadine" tablet by mouth up to three to four times also if the itching is more. It is better to get these medications prescribed from a doctor near you. I reassure you that you will be alright soon. I hope above information will help you. "Wish you good health" Regards, Dr Sanjay Kumar Kanodia MD (Dermatology)