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Diabetic. Have Crack On Penis Foreskin And Painful. Red Pigmentation On Top Of Penis?
Question: I am diabetic, i have crack on penis foreskin and its very painful. Also there is red pigmentation on top of penis
Brief Answer:
Candidial Balanoposthitis
Detailed Answer:
In my opinion this sounds like Candidial Balanoposthitis. It is common and can easily be treated with oral and topical antifungal medication for a week.
Since they are prescription based medicine and come with few unwanted affected I advise to get one from the local physician after counseling.
Hope my opinion is assuring.
Candidial Balanoposthitis
Detailed Answer:
In my opinion this sounds like Candidial Balanoposthitis. It is common and can easily be treated with oral and topical antifungal medication for a week.
Since they are prescription based medicine and come with few unwanted affected I advise to get one from the local physician after counseling.
Hope my opinion is assuring.
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