Have Swollen Area On Penis Inner Side, Looks Like Boil. Treatment?

Posted on Wed, 16 Oct 2013

Question: I have a swollen area on my penis inner side (head) - it looks like a boil? what is it and what I can do to treat it?

Answered by Dr. Roopa Hiremath (51 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Skin consultation with therapy

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXX,
Welcome to Health care magic forum.
Boil like swelling on the genitals usually could be due to bacterial infection.
Are there any other symptoms associated with the swelling/boil?
It would be great if you could elaborate more on other symptoms, if any.
Keep the area clean and dry.
I suggest application of an antibacterial ointment on the boil 3-4 times/ day.
I suggest you get in touch with a skin doctor who can examine the lesion and treat you with appropriate antibiotics.
I have seen similar cases in my practice who have responded to Doxycycline 100mg twice a day for 2 weeks.
WISHING YOU A SPEEDY RECOVERY.
Thanks

Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D