Anonymous

3 years

Possible Penile Yeast Infection

Hi, would like to ask re: a penis issue (am uncut). When I have sex around 5 days ago, some part of the foreskin flakes off and kind of like a bruise? I stopped and it’s healing now.

My foreskin seems to be dry and when I pull back my foreskin, back then it could be pulled back with ease, now it can only pull easily halfway of the head of the penis. The other half when I pull it more, there seems to be a burning sensation/slight pain and the foreskin is abit red like inflammed. There is also what seems to be like dried smegma or some sort which is quite hard to clean with water.

Could it be a penile yeast infection? If so, how should I treat it? With antifungal cream or pills is better?

Thanks.

Dr Ramzdhan,

4 years

Hi, thank you for the question.
This answer is a general description of the problem you are having. Please click on this link (DoctorOnCall) to talk to us.

Based on the information above, we understand your concerns about the symptoms you face. For your information, this could happen following various reasons, such as:

  • Improper hygiene can contribute to skin irritation
  • Injuries on the tip of the penis or foreskin
  • Irritation in the area
  • uncontrolled diabetes
  • sexually transmitted infections like syphilis

To know the cause of the problem you are facing, further information is required before conclusions can be made. Therefore, you are strongly advised to refer the matter to the doctor. Please click on this link (DoctorOnCall) to talk to us personally online. Thank you.

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