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What Causes Swollen Inflamed Skin On Penis?

Posted on Mon, 13 Apr 2015

Question: When I woke up this morning the loose skin on my penis just below the head was swollen. It is the area where the circumcision was performed. I have no foreskin. It isn't itching, it is a little tender but not uncomfortable. The rest of my penis seems fine. There does seem to be a little heat in it, but not a lot. Could this be a yeast infection, or some type of allergy. Again, it is not itching not crusty looking, no discharge.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
A picture of affected area...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

1. Can you please provide a photo of the swollen skin on your penis? It will help me give a more precise answer.

2. The swelling usually is indicative for possible inflammation due to:
- allergic reaction to any new detergent started recently
- yeast infection although no itching

I advise to:
- keep a good local hygiene
- avoid using perfumed soap or detergent
- keep using jock cream for a few more days.

If no improvement, please consult further with dermatologist.

Hope it was of help!
Dr.Albana

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (10 minutes later)

Thanks Dr. Albana,

I uploaded a pic of my penis (embarrassing). As you can see right below the glans one side is more swollen than the other. This area is never that prominent. The white residue on the shaft is hydrocortisone cream. No, discharge, itching, scales, nothing like that. No really discomfort other than a little soreness. If you see anything that needs to be address please let me know.

Thanks

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Trauma/allergy as following...

Detailed Answer:
Hi back,

Thank you for providing the photo.

I noted the swollen and inflammed part. There are 2 things I can think over:
1. trauma: hard sex, rubbing, or any other possible accident
2. allergic reaction to detergent. Claritin you are taking orally will help reduce inflammation is due to allergy along with hydrocortisone cream locally

I advise to avoid sex, keep a good local hygiene and continue with hydrocortisone cream for a few more days and see changes.

Hope it helped!
Dr.Albana

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (14 minutes later)

Thank you so much Dr. Albana. I will follow your instructions. After talking to you I feel like it will clear up in a few days. Thanks for you help, and giving me peace of mind. Thanks Again.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Happy to be assisting you. ...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I'm glad to hear I was of help!

Wish fast recovery!

Dr.Albana
P.s. If no more query, please close this discussion. Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar