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How To Treat Redness And Swelling On Penis Head Causing Itching?

My 6yr old sons pennis section next to head is red & swollen also says its itching. Took him to pediatric dr & was told fungal infection. I have put cream on it all evening & it is still red & swollen. I tried ice also. Any suggestions do you think it is fungal or what else?
Wed, 15 Jul 2020
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Hi,

Although itching and discharge usually suggests fungal infection, failure of response to anti fungal cream by 48-72 hours or presence of significant pain and swelling might suggest presence of a bacterial component too.

I would recommend adding an oral antibiotic and analgesic for faster cure. If I were your treating doctor, after examination, I would have given antibiotic like Amoxyclav along with ibuprofen and topical Mupirocin for 5 -7 days. Kindly review with your doctor.

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

Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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How To Treat Redness And Swelling On Penis Head Causing Itching?

Hi, Although itching and discharge usually suggests fungal infection, failure of response to anti fungal cream by 48-72 hours or presence of significant pain and swelling might suggest presence of a bacterial component too. I would recommend adding an oral antibiotic and analgesic for faster cure. If I were your treating doctor, after examination, I would have given antibiotic like Amoxyclav along with ibuprofen and topical Mupirocin for 5 -7 days. Kindly review with your doctor. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician