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How Can A Swollen Penis Be Treated?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... hello, my son is 7 months old and i just realised yesterday that he has a swollen penis and i tried putting sudocream and not wearing nappies for him but he still has a swollen penis as at now. am really concerned and i dont know what to do, pls if u can advise me on what to do
Wed, 26 Jun 2019
Hi,
The swollen penis is due to infection under the foreskin. It is called Balanitis. You need to clean the foreskin properly during bathing. Can you able to retract the foreskin? If it is tight you may need to dilate the prepuce. Some time insect and ant bite may cause penile swelling. You have to consult pediatrician if the pain is severe.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Rajmohan, Pediatrician
The swollen penis is due to infection under the foreskin. It is called Balanitis. You need to clean the foreskin properly during bathing. Can you able to retract the foreskin? If it is tight you may need to dilate the prepuce. Some time insect and ant bite may cause penile swelling. You have to consult pediatrician if the pain is severe.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Rajmohan, Pediatrician
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