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White Powder Covering On Penis Head. No Itching. What Should I Do?
i have have an uncircumcised penis ...for about past 3-4 months...i have been obesrving a whitiish powder like covering on my penis head...i.e esp if i dont wash it daily..i hav also observed that my penis head is dryer..i dont have any itching problem as such but am worried...i have been using vaseline..but still doesnt help..what should i do? pls help
Tue, 22 Jan 2013
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Thanks for your query.Based on the fact that you have posted it appears that you have collection of smegma a secretion of urethral glands in Glans penis and surrounding area.You have to clean and wash it everyday while taking bath.Observe proper clean personal hygiene it is most important to avoid infection and getting landed into Ballanitis and Phimosis.
Thanks for your query.Based on the fact that you have posted it appears that you have collection of smegma a secretion of urethral glands in Glans penis and surrounding area.You have to clean and wash it everyday while taking bath.Observe proper clean personal hygiene it is most important to avoid infection and getting landed into Ballanitis and Phimosis.
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