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Suggest Treatment For Rashes On Penis

Posted on Sat, 12 Mar 2016

Question: I have a bad rash on the end of my penis, I thought it was a yeast infection, but we tried that medication and it did not work, my wife also tried the monostat

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Photograph required

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
There is possibility of herpes infection which will not respond to antifungal medication.
I would like to see a photograph of the involved area.
This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you.

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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (53 minutes later)

I have a pic of the underside of it for you to look at, this is the worst area
Not sure how to add picture

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (12 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Herpes infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the follow up.
It's looking like herpes infection.
I treat such cases with a combination of oral and topical acyclovir (antiviral).
It is safe and effective.
You can try this in consultation with your doctor.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad