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What Causes Recurrent Cuts On Penis Skin?

Posted on Wed, 6 May 2015

Question: Thin shallow crack in skin at base of penis head (circumcised) where head and shaft meet. Red and slightly swollen skin just below skin crack before junction of shaft and head. Used KETOCONAZOLE for 2 months but during sex skin tears and skin burns with contact.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Photograph required

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Recurrent cuts on penis skin can be a marker of diabetes.
I would like to know your blood sugar levels.
Upload a photograph of the involved area if possible.
There is an option to upload photograph on right side of query page.
Please utilize it.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (5 hours later)

I don't have a diabetes problem (Blood Glucose level = 89 mg/dl) and cannot forward a picture. Is additional information required?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Bacterial infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the follow up.
There is nothing to worry it appears to be a bacterial infection.
I treat such cases with ointment mupirocin and have seen excellent response with that.
You too can try this.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (13 hours later)

How do I get mupirocin or equivalent?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (15 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Ask for any antibacterial cream

Detailed Answer:
Hello
You can ask the nearest chemist.
If mupirocine is not available ask for any antibacterial cream available over the counter.
Apply it for one week you will get relief.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Neel Kudchadkar