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Whitish Marks under foreskin
Hi,
Not sure if this if the right place for this but couldn't find any other areas to post in. About a few months ago I noticed white marks appearing under the foreskin and some on the penis head too. Not been to a doctor yet (would rather avoid as its a family friend). Its not causing me any pain - just don't like the look of it!
Sometimes the white marks subside a little bit - they seem to be most apparent straight after showering..
I'm not sure if dry skin or not, as sometimes can be a tad bit itchy (I workout twice a day usually [gym and kickboxing] but shower after so wouldn't think its sweat rash etc..)
It seems to be most apparent in the mornings after I shower, I've tried taking Fluconazole but that's not helped.
I've attached some pics hopefully somewhere here knows... (the first pic is with the flash on)
Thanks
Not sure if this if the right place for this but couldn't find any other areas to post in. About a few months ago I noticed white marks appearing under the foreskin and some on the penis head too. Not been to a doctor yet (would rather avoid as its a family friend). Its not causing me any pain - just don't like the look of it!
Sometimes the white marks subside a little bit - they seem to be most apparent straight after showering..
I'm not sure if dry skin or not, as sometimes can be a tad bit itchy (I workout twice a day usually [gym and kickboxing] but shower after so wouldn't think its sweat rash etc..)
It seems to be most apparent in the mornings after I shower, I've tried taking Fluconazole but that's not helped.
I've attached some pics hopefully somewhere here knows... (the first pic is with the flash on)
Thanks
Hi bhupinder thanks for reply. By corticosteroids do you mean creams such as hydroc ortisone 1%?
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hello,
It can be due to balanitis. Don’t use any cosmetics on the penis,instead use some topical antimicrobials like Bacitracin or Lotrimin.Also corticosteroids and topical immunosuppressants can be used but they are available under prescription. Also retract the foreskin daily and soak in warm water to clean penis and foreskin.In case the symptoms persist then consult a urologist/dermatologist for evaluation and antimicrobials and steroids prescription.
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 can be due to balanitis. Don’t use any cosmetics on the penis,instead use some topical antimicrobials like Bacitracin or Lotrimin.Also corticosteroids and topical immunosuppressants can be used but they are available under prescription. Also retract the foreskin daily and soak in warm water to clean penis and foreskin.In case the symptoms persist then consult a urologist/dermatologist for evaluation and antimicrobials and steroids prescription.
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.
I've taken Fluconazle 150mg few weeks back, and tried Canestan Cream 1% for a few days but still didn't clear it. Not sure if it just 'part of the skin' as in normal or something else..
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