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What Causes Fungal Infection On Penile Shaft?

Hello, I had what appeared to be stretch marks on the shaft of my penis. They appeared horizontally around the shaft looked a dark red/brown. Went to see a doctor and he diagnosed it as a fungal infection. Just curious how on earth I could have gotten in on my genitals? Could it be from swimming in cenotes in Mexico 3 weeks ago?
Mon, 27 Oct 2014
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Infectious Diseases Specialist,  's  Response
Hello,
Welcome to HCM,

The history and symptoms suggests me that you are having a fungal infection but it should be confirmed by physical examination. Don't be embarrassed to show and confirm the diagnosis.

The fungus are the normal commensals of this area which will be kept under control by the helpful organisms, whenever there is a change in environment because of multiple reason these fungus will multiply and produces the symptoms.

I would suggest you to follow
1.Keep the area dry and clean by maintaining the good hygiene.
2.Topical antifungal cream should be applied.
3.Tab Diflucan, 150 mg single dose will help to control the symptoms.
Thank you.
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What Causes Fungal Infection On Penile Shaft?

Hello, Welcome to HCM, The history and symptoms suggests me that you are having a fungal infection but it should be confirmed by physical examination. Don t be embarrassed to show and confirm the diagnosis. The fungus are the normal commensals of this area which will be kept under control by the helpful organisms, whenever there is a change in environment because of multiple reason these fungus will multiply and produces the symptoms. I would suggest you to follow 1.Keep the area dry and clean by maintaining the good hygiene. 2.Topical antifungal cream should be applied. 3.Tab Diflucan, 150 mg single dose will help to control the symptoms. Thank you.