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What Causes A Pink Patch Of Skin Near The Tip Of Penis?
Question: I've had a pink patch of skin near the tip of my penis for about the past two weeks. It doesn't itch or burn, and there has been no discharge. I can't tell if it's just irritation or being caused by an STI.
Brief Answer:
Seborrheic dermatitis; Use a moderately potent steroid
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I have gone through your query and I have also reviewed the Image.
After looking at the image this does'nt look like an STI. Its just an ill-defined,red patch and probably it is from seborrheic dermatitis.
Common STI usually present with either genital ulcers/ erosions, urethral discharge, warts/ growths on genital skin/ mucosa.
I suggest you to use a moderately potent topical steroid e.g fluticasone propionate 0.05% Or triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% cream, twice daily for a few days.
Clean the area with just plain water. Avoid soaps.
Regards
Seborrheic dermatitis; Use a moderately potent steroid
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I have gone through your query and I have also reviewed the Image.
After looking at the image this does'nt look like an STI. Its just an ill-defined,red patch and probably it is from seborrheic dermatitis.
Common STI usually present with either genital ulcers/ erosions, urethral discharge, warts/ growths on genital skin/ mucosa.
I suggest you to use a moderately potent topical steroid e.g fluticasone propionate 0.05% Or triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% cream, twice daily for a few days.
Clean the area with just plain water. Avoid soaps.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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