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Is Metallic Taste On The Tip Of Penis Due To Discharge Of STD?

Hi my boyfriends penis often has a metallic taste and what appears to be raised red pimplelike spots on the glans. he applies an antifungal cream. but the problem is recurring. sometimes his penis is sore sometimes not. he has type 2 diabetes which is controlled by meds.
Tue, 20 Sep 2016
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People with type 2 diabetes are often known to suffer with recurrent attacks of fungal infections and are more prone to them. It is important to get a detailed evaluation of the bumps and exclude the chances of STDs. It is also important to maintain good hygiene. Wash the tip if the penis with water every time after using the washroom, change the undergarments frequently, avoid using soap and clean with plain water. Yogurt is a rich source of probiotic that help in the growth of normal bacteria. It is also important to maintain the blood sugar levels within normal limits. Metallic taste could be from the antifungal cream. Urine analysis and blood test to exclude STDs would be needed.
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Is Metallic Taste On The Tip Of Penis Due To Discharge Of STD?

Hello. People with type 2 diabetes are often known to suffer with recurrent attacks of fungal infections and are more prone to them. It is important to get a detailed evaluation of the bumps and exclude the chances of STDs. It is also important to maintain good hygiene. Wash the tip if the penis with water every time after using the washroom, change the undergarments frequently, avoid using soap and clean with plain water. Yogurt is a rich source of probiotic that help in the growth of normal bacteria. It is also important to maintain the blood sugar levels within normal limits. Metallic taste could be from the antifungal cream. Urine analysis and blood test to exclude STDs would be needed.