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Can Cortizone Be Used In Treating Balanitis Redness On Penis Head?

Hi there I m 21 and sexually active. I was recently in Miami, Florida surprising my girlfriend for the 4th of July. And we had a lot of intercourse over 4 days. My symptoms first appeared on the 3rd night which I thought was sunburn through my shorts since I slept on the beach. After looking up my symptoms I found I may have Balanitis redness on the head of my penis I am not circumcised and the top of the skin has almost doubled in size and I got worried. After telling my girlfriend I found out it s a short time before her next period and she thinks she has a yeast infection. So that may be the issue but I bought cortizone 10 intensive Health formula cream and today s my first day of applying is since I got home. Should I have any worries or will the cortizone work?
Tue, 14 Jul 2020
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Hello,

Your symptoms can be related to a yeast infection. If your problem is caused by a yeast infection, you should use an anti-fungal cream. Clotrimaz is a very effective over-the-counter medication, which is also used for treating yeast infection. I also recommend to maintain a good hygiene. As per your query, Cortisone can help in reducing the symptoms.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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Can Cortizone Be Used In Treating Balanitis Redness On Penis Head?

Hello, Your symptoms can be related to a yeast infection. If your problem is caused by a yeast infection, you should use an anti-fungal cream. Clotrimaz is a very effective over-the-counter medication, which is also used for treating yeast infection. I also recommend to maintain a good hygiene. As per your query, Cortisone can help in reducing the symptoms. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician