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What Causes Purplish Discoloration On Penile Head While On Dialysis?
my husband is ill, diabetic, blood clots, congestive heart failure, a few years back he had gangrene of the scrotum, that has healed, now around the bottom of the head it s purple and he is on dialysis, he HATES going to the doctor and it is a private area, he hates needles, this is because he had a bad experience when he was young. Having him show this problem will be hard for him. I wash it, put a lotion around it, and I didn t mention that he is blind, help
Thu, 27 Apr 2023
Hi,
Purple discoloration on the penile head can be a sign of a serious medical condition, and it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Given your husband's medical history and current condition, the discoloration may be related to his diabetes, blood clots, or congestive heart failure. It is also possible that it may be related to his dialysis treatment.
If your husband is experiencing discomfort, pain, or any other symptoms, it is important to encourage him to see a doctor or other healthcare provider as soon as possible. Even if he is not experiencing any symptoms, it is still important to have the discoloration evaluated by a healthcare provider.
It may be helpful to speak with your husband about his concerns and fears related to medical treatment and to try to find ways to address those concerns. A doctor or nurse may be able to provide reassurance and support during the examination, and there may be ways to minimize discomfort and anxiety during the process.
In the meantime, it is important to continue to keep the area clean and dry, and to avoid applying any lotions or other products that may irritate the skin.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Purple discoloration on the penile head can be a sign of a serious medical condition, and it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Given your husband's medical history and current condition, the discoloration may be related to his diabetes, blood clots, or congestive heart failure. It is also possible that it may be related to his dialysis treatment.
If your husband is experiencing discomfort, pain, or any other symptoms, it is important to encourage him to see a doctor or other healthcare provider as soon as possible. Even if he is not experiencing any symptoms, it is still important to have the discoloration evaluated by a healthcare provider.
It may be helpful to speak with your husband about his concerns and fears related to medical treatment and to try to find ways to address those concerns. A doctor or nurse may be able to provide reassurance and support during the examination, and there may be ways to minimize discomfort and anxiety during the process.
In the meantime, it is important to continue to keep the area clean and dry, and to avoid applying any lotions or other products that may irritate the skin.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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