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What Can I Use To Treat A Rash On My Penis?

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Posted on Tue, 8 Mar 2022
Question: I have a rash on my penis what I can use to treated?
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Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (51 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Possibly tinea infection

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Given the location of rash, the most likely diagnosis is Tinea (fungal infection).
You can apply Lotrisone (betamethasone- clotrimazole) ointment. Lotrisone is a better option for tinea infection than fluconazole. Apply Lotrisone twice daily for 2 weeks.
Keep the area clean and dry.
Wear loose fitting breathable cotton underwear.
Wash thoroughly with mild soap and warm water at least twice daily.

The rash will clear up in 2 weeks.

Hope this answers your question. Please let me know if you need further clarification.
Regards
Dr. Lekshmi
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Follow up: Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (3 days later)
Dear Dr. Lekshmi:
The Pharmacist needs a Dr.'s Prescription, he suggested I get Lotrimin AF or Lotrimin ultra. Is this ok?
Thank you for your attention.
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Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
You can use Lotrimin AF or Lotrimin ultra

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

You can use Lotrimin AF or Lotrimin ultra. They are both very good antifungal agents. If itching is bothersome, you can use over the counter 1% hydrocortisone cream too.

Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi
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Follow up: Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (15 days later)
Hi,
I tried Lotrimin but it did not help, finely yesterday I sao saw a dermatologist, he prescribed Hydrocortisone ointment USP, 2.5%

Hope it works Thank you for your Attention. Serafin Fernande
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Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (10 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Use Hydrocortisone as prescribed

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Topical Hydrocortisone will help reduce inflammation and itching.
Please be advised to apply the Hydrocortisone 2.5% ointment as prescribed.

Wishing you a fast recovery.

Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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What Can I Use To Treat A Rash On My Penis?

Brief Answer: Possibly tinea infection Detailed Answer: Hello, Given the location of rash, the most likely diagnosis is Tinea (fungal infection). You can apply Lotrisone (betamethasone- clotrimazole) ointment. Lotrisone is a better option for tinea infection than fluconazole. Apply Lotrisone twice daily for 2 weeks. Keep the area clean and dry. Wear loose fitting breathable cotton underwear. Wash thoroughly with mild soap and warm water at least twice daily. The rash will clear up in 2 weeks. Hope this answers your question. Please let me know if you need further clarification. Regards Dr. Lekshmi