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Should A Small Red Raw Looking Spot On The Scrotum Be Medically Tested And Treated?

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Posted on Wed, 27 Sep 2023
Question: I’m experiencing a small red spot of skin on scrotem, maybe size of quarter . It’s tender to touch and looks a little raw. Been bothering me for 2-3 days. I’m thinking it could be a tiny bit of drain cleaner might have splashed on them. Although it’s been over a week since I cleaned it. I’m wondering what to put on it tonight if anything.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Kindly upload image

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you
I am Dr kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have noted your concern.
Perhaps it is a skin infection. I request you to kindly upload an image of the affected area in "Reports Section" so that I am able to have a look and guide you better.

Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (20 hours later)
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Oral and topical antibiotics

Detailed Answer:
Thank you.
Seems like a skin infection - Impetigo.
I suggest you to take an oral antibiotic e.g either Amoxicillin or Cephalexin for a week. In addition I suggest you to apply a topical antibiotic e.g either Neosporin ointment or Mupirocin 2 %ointment, twice daily.

Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (12 hours later)
How do I get the antibiotics? No insurance, no doctor.

Regards, XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (7 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Try topical OTC antibiotic

Detailed Answer:
Hi.
You may first try an OTC topical antibiotic e.g neosporin ointment, twice daily.
Oral antibiotic are prescription medications.

Regards
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng
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Should A Small Red Raw Looking Spot On The Scrotum Be Medically Tested And Treated?

Brief Answer: Kindly upload image Detailed Answer: Hello. Thank you I am Dr kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have noted your concern. Perhaps it is a skin infection. I request you to kindly upload an image of the affected area in "Reports Section" so that I am able to have a look and guide you better. Regards