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Posted on Tue, 24 Feb 2015
Question: I have a rash on the external head of my penis.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (13 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
photograph required

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
I understand your concern.
There is a possibility of fungal infection or an allergic reaction.
It is important to confirm the diagnosis. Can you please upload a photograph of the involved area.
Its very important for me to see the area in order to give a proper guidance.
There is an option to upload photos on right side of query page. Please utilize that. You can also email reports to YYYY@YYYY with subject as attn Dr XXXXXXX Kumar.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (13 hours later)
It appears to be a red rash right below the head of the penis that is only at the top not completely around the penis. when the penis is erect the rash is completely visible; when the penis is flacid the area is covered by the for skin. when touched it has a burning feel. There is no blistering or bleeding. I have had prostate cancer about 7 years ago and I'm completely cured. I was thinking it is Balanitis. I still have sex so I don't want rule out a yeast infection. It could be an allergy to certain soap. I've been using CK Body Wash which was a gift from xmas. Stopped using it temporarily to see if the redness will go away. I urinate with no problem. Maybe I need a anti bacterial cream. this has being going on for about 10 days. Let me know if you have other question. In areas you missed.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (10 hours later)
Brief Answer:
allergic reaction

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the follow up.
It appears to be allergic reaction.
I treat such cases with ointment fluticasone.
I have seen good response with that.
You can try that.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E
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What Causes

Brief Answer: photograph required Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query. I understand your concern. There is a possibility of fungal infection or an allergic reaction. It is important to confirm the diagnosis. Can you please upload a photograph of the involved area. Its very important for me to see the area in order to give a proper guidance. There is an option to upload photos on right side of query page. Please utilize that. You can also email reports to YYYY@YYYY with subject as attn Dr XXXXXXX Kumar. Waiting for your response. Thank you