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Suggest Treatment For Infection Of The Foreskin Of Penis
Posted on
Mon, 22 Dec 2014
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Mon, 22 Dec 2014
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Mon, 19 Jan 2015
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Question : Hello doctor... The inside of the foreskin of my penis seems infected... ter is itching sensation and the skin is slightly inflated.. can i use itch guard on the inside of the foreskin to cure this. pls suggest.
Brief Answer:
Terbinafine Ointment is preferred.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,
I understand your query and concern.
You seem to have what is called Balanoposthitis, which is infection of the foreskin along with glans penis.
This is most likely to be fungal in origin, polymicrobial predominantly yeast infections are responsible in majority of people.
Instead of itch guard, I advise you to have a superior antifungal agent like terbinafine applied thrice a day along with tab fluconazole 150 mg single dose will clear infection in majority of cases.
Please note that all the mentioned drugs should be taken only in presence of strict medical supervision.
Thank you.
Terbinafine Ointment is preferred.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,
I understand your query and concern.
You seem to have what is called Balanoposthitis, which is infection of the foreskin along with glans penis.
This is most likely to be fungal in origin, polymicrobial predominantly yeast infections are responsible in majority of people.
Instead of itch guard, I advise you to have a superior antifungal agent like terbinafine applied thrice a day along with tab fluconazole 150 mg single dose will clear infection in majority of cases.
Please note that all the mentioned drugs should be taken only in presence of strict medical supervision.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Ashwin Bhandari
Thanks for the suggestion doctor.
Just to confirm - this ointment can be applied on the inner portions of the foreskin, correct ?
Is there any tablets that you can suggest as well.
Also, this is the first time I am getting such an infection. Is there any chance of frequent reccurance ? Shud i be careful about something.
Just to confirm - this ointment can be applied on the inner portions of the foreskin, correct ?
Is there any tablets that you can suggest as well.
Also, this is the first time I am getting such an infection. Is there any chance of frequent reccurance ? Shud i be careful about something.
Brief Answer:
Yes you apply to the skin sides directly.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,
I understand your concern,
Yes you can safely apply the ointment to the skin sides as well as the tip of the penis.
I already suggested tab Fluconazole -please refer to my earlier answer.
Yes you should take certain precautions to avoid recurrences.
1.Wear cotton made under garments.
2.Have a thorough wash of your preputial skin everyday,especially after sex.
3.Wear condoms when ever you have sex with a stranger.
4.Keep your genital hygiene at the peak.
Thank you.
Yes you apply to the skin sides directly.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,
I understand your concern,
Yes you can safely apply the ointment to the skin sides as well as the tip of the penis.
I already suggested tab Fluconazole -please refer to my earlier answer.
Yes you should take certain precautions to avoid recurrences.
1.Wear cotton made under garments.
2.Have a thorough wash of your preputial skin everyday,especially after sex.
3.Wear condoms when ever you have sex with a stranger.
4.Keep your genital hygiene at the peak.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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