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What Causes Sunburn Like Patches On Penis?

Posted on Thu, 4 Sep 2014

Question: I have a small area on my penis that almost looks like sunburn but isn't. Almost like what a cold sore looks like when it is just starting. I have not had sex with anyone but my wife of many years. Don't think an STD.

Answered by Dr. Geetika Paul (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Please provide pictures and details

Detailed Answer:
Hi

I understand your concern regarding your skin problem and I hope I am able to help you in the same.
Now from the description alone, it is difficult to reach an exact diagnosis.
I would like to have a look at the exact skin lesions. It would be great if you can click some close up pictures of the affected area and upload them here on this page.
Also please tell if you have any associated pain itching or discomfort?
Have you been taking any medicines recently? Any antibiotics or pain killers?

I am sure I will be able to help you more once you provide me the details and the pictures.

Dr Geetika XXXXXXX

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Geetika Paul (1 hour later)

I'm not good with pictures and sending on computer. I prefer to not get anyone else involved. No itching or irritation at all. No pain. Just some stinging which is reducing when I put Peroxide on it. Just kind of a red blotch in one small area.

Answered by Dr. Geetika Paul (13 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Apply an antibiotic cream

Detailed Answer:
HI again

Since the lesion is only causing mild discomfort,I suspect it to be a mild superficial skin infection. Such a skin lesion can occur due to any mild trauma.
Peroxide basically acts as an antiseptic agent ,since your problem is getting better with it, I would advise you to apply a better antibiotic agent like neosporin or mupirocin over the affected area twice a day.
Keep the affected area clean and dry. Wash it with lukewarm saline water twice a day before applying the medicine.
The lesion should get better in five to seven days.

Dr Geetika Paul

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Geetika Paul (14 minutes later)

Thanks. Is this catchy maybe for my wife from sex?

Answered by Dr. Geetika Paul (23 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Use a condom, observe contraception

Detailed Answer:
Hi again

Yes it is very important to use adequate contraceptive agent so as to avoid transmission of the problem. Also using a barrier contraceptive agent will prevent any further trauma to the area and will speed up healing.

Dr Geetika XXXXXXX

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar