
What Causes An Itchy Rash On The Penis?

Posted on
Wed, 12 Jul 2017
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Brief Answer:
Possibly fungal infection
Detailed Answer:
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The itchy scaly rash is most likely to be a fungal infection like Tinea or Candida.
You can apply over the counter Lotrimin anti fungal ointment to treat the fungal infection
Keep the area clean and dry
wear loose fitting cotton undergarments.
If the rash and itchiness is not improving in a week ,please be advised to follow up with your primary care provider. Microscopic examination of skin scraping will be required to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other possibilities like psoriasis.
Hope this answers your question
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Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
Possibly fungal infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for trusting HealthcareMagic
The itchy scaly rash is most likely to be a fungal infection like Tinea or Candida.
You can apply over the counter Lotrimin anti fungal ointment to treat the fungal infection
Keep the area clean and dry
wear loose fitting cotton undergarments.
If the rash and itchiness is not improving in a week ,please be advised to follow up with your primary care provider. Microscopic examination of skin scraping will be required to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other possibilities like psoriasis.
Hope this answers your question
Please address further questions here
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
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