Hello,
From the symptoms it looks less likely to be due to a fungal infection and looks more like an allergic reaction or dermatitis / eczema skin. Ketoconazole is an antifungal cream and is effective in fungal infections. Get it examined from a dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
Thank you Doctor for you input. I went to a different doctor on campus yesterday because it looked as if it was flaring up a little again and he diagnosed it as a little bit of ezcema? I told him the other antifungal creams were not working and he prescribed me Ketoconazole Cream 2%. I applied the cream yesterday and overnight, but it doesn't look any better so far, it actually looks a little more red. Is this a sign that its working or could it just be re-irritated from masturbation? I'm going crazy here. Thanks doctor.
Hello,
It can be due to dermatitis skin or an allergic reaction. You can take some OTC oral antihistamine medications like Benadryl or Claritin and see if it helps.
For mild-moderate symptoms a weak steroid may be used (e.g. hydrocortisone as dermacort), whilst more severe cases require a higher-potency steroid (e.g. clobetasol propionate, fluocinonide).But they are available under prescription and should be taken only after consulting a dermatologist. Symptoms can be exacerbated by dryness of the skin. Use good quality moisturizers to prevent moisture loss from the skin.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
It's probably either a latex allergy or a fungal infection. Don't go overboard with the hydrocortisone cream. Use it only sparingly. If it it is an allergy, it should go away on its own. If it's a fungal infection, it will need you to follow the antifungal medication directions carefully. Make sure the skin is completely dry before applying it.