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Question: About six weeks ago after exercising I noticed the head of my penis was very red and inflamed. Over the past six weeks it has not gone away. It is only on the right side not the entire head. It is tender and looks very abnormal. There are a couple lesions. I've tried anti-fungal cream, steroid cream and it doesn't seem to help. It can't possibly be STD. I recently had blood test that showed my eosophonil levels to me very high. I had sinus surgery three weeks ago and the doctor, after today's visit said my healing is slow and it looks more like someone who had sinus surgery a week ago. I also have this lesion on my lower lip for over a year. It caps, crusts, peals off and then starts again. I've been to several doctors, but nobody can explain what is happening. I'm at a loss. I was in Mexico in December of 2013 and all of these issue actually started a year ago today. Any thoughts? I know i'm all over the place, but I can't help to think these are all related. Thank you.
Brief Answer:
need some details to guide you better
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank You for contacting HCM. My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There could be a number of causes for your complaint. I would be in a better position to guide you anything if you answer following questions please:
1. Please share a clear image of the lesion including of mouth area
2. is there any history of itching?
3. are they painful to touch?
4. any history of fever or anorexia?
5. are you on any medication?
6. do you have diabetes, hypertension or any other illness?
7. are you sexually active?
8. did similar lesion appear on your partner as well?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
need some details to guide you better
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank You for contacting HCM. My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There could be a number of causes for your complaint. I would be in a better position to guide you anything if you answer following questions please:
1. Please share a clear image of the lesion including of mouth area
2. is there any history of itching?
3. are they painful to touch?
4. any history of fever or anorexia?
5. are you on any medication?
6. do you have diabetes, hypertension or any other illness?
7. are you sexually active?
8. did similar lesion appear on your partner as well?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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2) no history of itching only a sharp pain if the head rubs against my closing.
3) it is painful to the touch in some areas. The tip and when I'm checking it for any additional abnormalities.
4) no fever or anarexia
5) yes, over the past year I've been on about 8 antibiotics including Levequin 6-weeks and several rounds of steroids at varying strengths due to chronic sinus and bronchial infections, plus post sinus surgery round.
6) not applicable
7) I've had the same partner for 30 years. She has been checked and is free and clear including yeast infection.
8) no
2) no history of itching only a sharp pain if the head rubs against my closing.
3) it is painful to the touch in some areas. The tip and when I'm checking it for any additional abnormalities.
4) no fever or anarexia
5) yes, over the past year I've been on about 8 antibiotics including Levequin 6-weeks and several rounds of steroids at varying strengths due to chronic sinus and bronchial infections, plus post sinus surgery round.
6) not applicable
7) I've had the same partner for 30 years. She has been checked and is free and clear including yeast infection.
8) no
Brief Answer:
Most probably herpes Simplex Infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for the answers. I did not get any image. It would have helped me alot. Anyways most probable differfential in your case could be Herpes Simplex infection. It causes rash formation on genital areas and one variety of herpes causes lesion on lips as well. If i were your treating doctor then i would have advised following things:
- ibuprofen thrice a day for 7 days
- Acyclovir 400mg twice a day. It is usually given for 2-3 months depending upon severity and is a prescription medicine so you need to visit your local doctor to get it.
- Keep genital area clean.
- Use protection while doing sex
Improvement in this is a gradual process. You can discuss all these by visiting hospital and getting an appointment for a "Consultant Dermatologist".
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
Most probably herpes Simplex Infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for the answers. I did not get any image. It would have helped me alot. Anyways most probable differfential in your case could be Herpes Simplex infection. It causes rash formation on genital areas and one variety of herpes causes lesion on lips as well. If i were your treating doctor then i would have advised following things:
- ibuprofen thrice a day for 7 days
- Acyclovir 400mg twice a day. It is usually given for 2-3 months depending upon severity and is a prescription medicine so you need to visit your local doctor to get it.
- Keep genital area clean.
- Use protection while doing sex
Improvement in this is a gradual process. You can discuss all these by visiting hospital and getting an appointment for a "Consultant Dermatologist".
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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