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Why Do Fungal Infections Reappear On The Penis?

Hello my name is Isaiah Boni (male) and I just had surgey on my dick for circumsion I had fungal on it that is why they gave me surgery. Its been seven days that I m out of survey and the fugal is coming back ... and i m diabetic and just want to know why is it coming back.. Thank You
Mon, 12 May 2014
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Infectious Diseases Specialist 's  Response
Your being a diabetic is impeding the healing process. These are some measures to prevent recurrence of your fungal infection:

1. Ensure your blood sugar levels are well controlled;
2. Take an oral anti-fungal Ketoconazole 200 mg/day for 8 weeks
3. Keep your wound area dry and clean.

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Why Do Fungal Infections Reappear On The Penis?

Your being a diabetic is impeding the healing process. These are some measures to prevent recurrence of your fungal infection: 1. Ensure your blood sugar levels are well controlled; 2. Take an oral anti-fungal Ketoconazole 200 mg/day for 8 weeks 3. Keep your wound area dry and clean. Regards,