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Is It Normal To Have Darker Skin Color On The Penis As Compared To Body?
Question: Hello Doctor,
I am a 29 yr old man.I have noticed from last 2 years that my penis skin color has darken to some extent.Its skin color is very dark as compared to my other body parts.I feel embarrassed and losing my confidence because in coming two months i am going to be married.Please suggest me some medicated cream or any home remedy for this.
I am a 29 yr old man.I have noticed from last 2 years that my penis skin color has darken to some extent.Its skin color is very dark as compared to my other body parts.I feel embarrassed and losing my confidence because in coming two months i am going to be married.Please suggest me some medicated cream or any home remedy for this.
Brief Answer:
It is normal.No creams required.
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
Welcome to health care magic.
I have gone through the details.
Hope you are not on any medications ( topical or oral).
Color of penis is darker than other areas. It is very much normal .You need not worry about it.
Avoid using any oils or creams.
Avoid frequent friction or irritation.
Wear loose cotton inner wears.
Application of any cream may do more harm than good.I do not see any necessity for such creams.
Stop worrying and enjoy your life.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Dermatologist and venerologist
It is normal.No creams required.
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
Welcome to health care magic.
I have gone through the details.
Hope you are not on any medications ( topical or oral).
Color of penis is darker than other areas. It is very much normal .You need not worry about it.
Avoid using any oils or creams.
Avoid frequent friction or irritation.
Wear loose cotton inner wears.
Application of any cream may do more harm than good.I do not see any necessity for such creams.
Stop worrying and enjoy your life.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Dermatologist and venerologist
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