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What Causes A Painful Red Lesion At The Base Of The Penis Head?

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Posted on Wed, 29 Jun 2016
Question: It looks like the skin has separated at the base of the head of my penis. It is sore and red. Erections are mildly painful. Not sure what this is. 51 years old and otherwise fairly healthy, could stand to lose some weight
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Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (33 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Upload pictures, answer few questions

Detailed Answer:
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Thanks for being at healthcaremagic
It can be candidal balanoposthitis.
I would recommend you to upload the photographs of the affected areas so that I can have a clearer picture of the condition and can guide you accordingly.
Moreover are you diabetic?
Have you used any long term antibiotics or immunosuppressive drugs?
Are you having any other ailment?
Kindly revert with pictures and answers.
Regards
Dr Asmeet
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What Causes A Painful Red Lesion At The Base Of The Penis Head?

Brief Answer: Upload pictures, answer few questions Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for being at healthcaremagic It can be candidal balanoposthitis. I would recommend you to upload the photographs of the affected areas so that I can have a clearer picture of the condition and can guide you accordingly. Moreover are you diabetic? Have you used any long term antibiotics or immunosuppressive drugs? Are you having any other ailment? Kindly revert with pictures and answers. Regards Dr Asmeet