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Red Bumps On Shaft Of Penis. Diagnosed With Folliculitis. Treatment For Penis?
Hello. I was diagnosed with folliculitis by my dermatologist 3-4 weeks ago. It was mainly on my thighs and buttocks although ithad spread to lower parts of legs to a degree. I have had a few red bumps on the shaft of my penis and now some lesion type looking redness on the head of my penis. Is this common? My condition has not gotten much better and I am looking for a treatment of some kind, especially for my penis
Mon, 5 Aug 2013
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Folliculitis is the inflammation of hair follicles and is mostly caused due to bacteria. Fungus may be causative organism.
It occurs due to shaving or friction with rough clothes.
It is usually self limiting and subside in 2 weeks.
If symptoms persists, topical or oral antibiotics and antifungal may be needed.
Soaking the affected area with warm water also gives relief.
Don't rub the lesion and also avoid using other towels.
Get well soon
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
Thanks for writing to HCM
Folliculitis is the inflammation of hair follicles and is mostly caused due to bacteria. Fungus may be causative organism.
It occurs due to shaving or friction with rough clothes.
It is usually self limiting and subside in 2 weeks.
If symptoms persists, topical or oral antibiotics and antifungal may be needed.
Soaking the affected area with warm water also gives relief.
Don't rub the lesion and also avoid using other towels.
Get well soon
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
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