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How Can Swelling And Inflammation On The Penis Be Treated?

I realized I had a tick on the side of my penis after a spending some time in the woods mushroom hunting. I pulled the tick out but after 4 days the area has been very swollen, feels like a hard knot, and there is a black/dark blood red circle that hasn t been reduced. I ve put peroxide and antibiotic cream on the area. Suggestions
Fri, 28 Sep 2018
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Hi,

By your history and description, possibility of infection and cellulitis is more likely. This kind of penile injury is very prone for infection. So better to consult doctor and get done clinical examination of penis. You will need oral antibiotics, painkiller and anti inflammatory drugs.

Local application of antiseptic cream is also beneficial. Avoid moisture and perspiration in private parts. Keep proper hygiene of private parts. Wear only cotton undergarments. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar,
Pulmonologist
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How Can Swelling And Inflammation On The Penis Be Treated?

Hi, By your history and description, possibility of infection and cellulitis is more likely. This kind of penile injury is very prone for infection. So better to consult doctor and get done clinical examination of penis. You will need oral antibiotics, painkiller and anti inflammatory drugs. Local application of antiseptic cream is also beneficial. Avoid moisture and perspiration in private parts. Keep proper hygiene of private parts. Wear only cotton undergarments. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar, Pulmonologist