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Does Peeling Of Skin On The Penis Indicate STD?
Question: My husband has peeling skin on his penis. Is that a symptom of an STD?
Brief Answer:
Tinea cruris
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Such symptoms are seen in Tinea cruris a fungal infection.
Dont worry its not a STD.
I treat such cases with topical antifungals along with oral antifungals.
It gives excellent response within two weeks.
Let me know if you have any other doubt.
Thank you
Tinea cruris
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Such symptoms are seen in Tinea cruris a fungal infection.
Dont worry its not a STD.
I treat such cases with topical antifungals along with oral antifungals.
It gives excellent response within two weeks.
Let me know if you have any other doubt.
Thank you
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