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What Causes Inflammation Of The Penis After An Insect Bite?

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Posted on Tue, 1 Oct 2024
Question: i had an insect bite the inside of my penis and now its swollen
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Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Possible Insect bite hypersensitivity reaction

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I can certainly understand your concern.I have worked through your attached images detail.This could be possible insect bite hypersensitivity reaction.

I generally prescribe oral pills of short course of antihistamine and steroid Medication like Levocetrizine and Prednisolone for 5 days to my patients with such symptoms.

Regards,
Dr. Suresh Heijebu,
General & Family Physician

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What Causes Inflammation Of The Penis After An Insect Bite?

Brief Answer: Possible Insect bite hypersensitivity reaction Detailed Answer: Hello, I can certainly understand your concern.I have worked through your attached images detail.This could be possible insect bite hypersensitivity reaction. I generally prescribe oral pills of short course of antihistamine and steroid Medication like Levocetrizine and Prednisolone for 5 days to my patients with such symptoms. Regards, Dr. Suresh Heijebu, General & Family Physician