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What Causes A White Patch On The Shaft Of The Penis?

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Posted on Mon, 24 Oct 2016
Question: Hi , I have developed white patch on d back side of penis n yes m frequently masturbating also I dint had sex ,I have observed dis white patch 2 days back, there's no irritation no itching, m worried what it might be.plz help.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. P. T. Patil (37 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Could be a what is called as Ballanitis Xerotica Obliterance (BXO)

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for your query ,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have developed white patch on back of shaft of the penis .

Is it possible for you to upload photograph of the lesion (Patch) so as to make precise comment on your problem .

The white patch on shaft of the penis is mostly what is called as BXO which is variant of Lichen Planus. However this can be confirmed only on clinical examination by a qualified Urologist .

This is a progressive disease and there is no treatment for this condition .Using topical steroid ointment helps to arresrs the progress of the disease

Hope I have answered your query ,please feel free to ask if you have more questions , I shall be happy to help you .
Thanks and Regards.
Dr.Patil.
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What Causes A White Patch On The Shaft Of The Penis?

Brief Answer: Could be a what is called as Ballanitis Xerotica Obliterance (BXO) Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for your query ,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have developed white patch on back of shaft of the penis . Is it possible for you to upload photograph of the lesion (Patch) so as to make precise comment on your problem . The white patch on shaft of the penis is mostly what is called as BXO which is variant of Lichen Planus. However this can be confirmed only on clinical examination by a qualified Urologist . This is a progressive disease and there is no treatment for this condition .Using topical steroid ointment helps to arresrs the progress of the disease Hope I have answered your query ,please feel free to ask if you have more questions , I shall be happy to help you . Thanks and Regards. Dr.Patil.