Aa
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

I think I might have balanitis or a yeast infection? Please help

Okay so about 4 months ago I started having genital problems. I contracted molluscum contagiosum around my belt line and that spread throughout my entire pubic area after shaving and picking at the spots. 99% of the issue has cleared up after 5 rounds of seeing my university general medicine physicians and a private practice dermatologist (last visit about 1 and a half months ago). I did not practice good hygiene during this period of time in fear of spreading the molluscum and only recently started scrubbing the area with soap again. I also have had a bad habit of not drying the underside of my penis and scrotum after showering. Since about 1-2 months ago I’ve noticed a pretty persistent hot feeling on and under my glans. I would relate it most closely to a mild friction burn and I’ve noticed the area around the urethral opening has consistently been a light tint of red. This area can be especially sensitive to touch. Additionally, within the last week and a half the same hot-feeling has persisted on what seems to be the center and right part of my upper scrotum, leading up to the shaft of my penis. I think it looks a tint red and swear I could see a white coating running down the center of the area but in no way is this a thick layer of cheesy material. I have never had any herpes-like outbreaks and have tested negative for syphilis, Gonorrhea, HIV and HPV. I don’t feel comfortable seeing a doctor because of the coronavirus and am seeking input on whether this resembles balanitis or a yeast infection. I am circumcised by the way. Thanks
1 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
207091 tn?1337709493
COMMUNITY LEADER
If you are circumcised, it's probably not balanitis, but it could be yeast or another fungal infection.

You really should see a doctor, though. Depending on the fungal infection, the treatment will differ, and you need a doctor to sort that out, especially since you've had it for so long.

When you go to the doctor, wear a mask, and ask your doctor to wear a mask. It's important that you get this checked out and get the proper treatment.
Helpful - 0
Have an Answer?

You are reading content posted in the STDs / STIs Community

Didn't find the answer you were looking for?
Ask a question
Popular Resources
Herpes spreads by oral, vaginal and anal sex.
Herpes sores blister, then burst, scab and heal.
STIs are the most common cause of genital sores.
Millions of people are diagnosed with STDs in the U.S. each year.
STDs can't be transmitted by casual contact, like hugging or touching.
Syphilis is an STD that is transmitted by oral, genital and anal sex.