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What Do Blotches And Itchiness At The Tip Of The Penis Indicate?

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Posted on Thu, 21 Sep 2017
Question: I feel an itchy feeling in the tip of my penis. its almost inside. maybe even inside the tube. its not itchy when i pee.

its been going on for weeks.

i also have blotches. almost patches on head of my penis. im not sure its related.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Monika Dede (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
I think this could be a genital yeast infection.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for writing in healthcare magic.

Based on your symptoms and on your picture I think that this could be a genital yeast infection.
Usually, the yeast infection in male(balanitis) could cause areas of shiny, white skin on the penis, redness, itching or a burning sensation on the penis.

You should know that males could have balanitis from a yeast infection because of using antibiotics for prolonged periods, having diabetes, having an impaired immune system, are overweight, sexual intercourse with an infected female, or having a poor hygiene.

Furthermore, in this case, it's advisable to meet an ID specialist to define the diagnosis and to start an anti fungal treatment.

I hope my answer helps you. Feel free to ask further.

Regards.

Note: Consult a Sexual Diseases Specialist online for further follow up- Click here.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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What Do Blotches And Itchiness At The Tip Of The Penis Indicate?

Brief Answer: I think this could be a genital yeast infection. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thank you for writing in healthcare magic. Based on your symptoms and on your picture I think that this could be a genital yeast infection. Usually, the yeast infection in male(balanitis) could cause areas of shiny, white skin on the penis, redness, itching or a burning sensation on the penis. You should know that males could have balanitis from a yeast infection because of using antibiotics for prolonged periods, having diabetes, having an impaired immune system, are overweight, sexual intercourse with an infected female, or having a poor hygiene. Furthermore, in this case, it's advisable to meet an ID specialist to define the diagnosis and to start an anti fungal treatment. I hope my answer helps you. Feel free to ask further. Regards.