Red Rash On Penile Head

Dr. M S HaqueBUMSSexologist

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Most penises are roughly the same color as the rest of the person’s skin. That said, many men have penises that are darker, with a brownish or reddish appearance. It’s also possible for a penis to be lighter than the skin on the rest of the body. Getting aroused can also cause the penis to look darker for a brief period of time. Some men have dark spots on their penis. For many men, this is a normal part of their skin. However, your primary care doctor or dermatologist should check any new spots or blemishes that don’t go away quickly. Although it isn’t too common to bruise your penis, it certainly can happen. Bruising that goes away relatively quickly generally isn’t dangerous. However, dark purple or blue bruising that spreads, especially following a painful injury, warrants medical attention because there can be long-term damage to erection. Generally speaking, if your penis has been a certain color “for as long as you can remember” then it’s probably fine. However, if there’s a new change in color accompanied by pain – especially with redness and swelling – go see your doctor. Texture most penises aren’t perfectly smooth. It’s common for the veins on a penis to be visible and even pop out a bit, especially when aroused. Many penises also have hair follicles on the shaft, which feel like tiny bumps. As long as the bumps are small and not unusually red or irritated, they’re probably benign hair follicles or natural bumps, such as pearly penile papules or fordyce spots. Pearly penile papules are tiny, smooth bumps on the head of the penis. They generally appear in young adulthood and are common; about 25 percent of men have them. They’re completely harmless and cannot be sexually transmitted. Fordyce spots are small, light red or skin-colored bumps on the shaft or scrotum. These bumps occur in at least 50 percent of men. They’re completely natural and harmless and cannot be sexually transmitted. However, larger and irritated bumps can signal a sexually transmitted infection (sti), such as penile warts, so contact your doctor if you’re concerned. It’s also possible to get a rash on your penis that’s not caused by an sti. Harsh soaps, fragranced laundry detergents and even too much friction from sex or masturbation can cause skin irritation. If the irritation doesn’t go away in a few days, see a doctor – especially if you’re sexually active. You could have an sti or jock itch, a fungal infection resulting from too much moisture. In most cases, jock itch is easily treated with topical antifungals. Size yes, penis size does vary, as does scrotum size. In the united states, the average erect penis size is 5 to 7 inches long, with a circumference of about 4 inches and diameter (or width across) of up to 2 inches. Most flaccid penises range between 1 and 4 inches. This means some men gain a lot of length when they get an erection, while others gain an inch or two. When cold or swimming in cold water, a penis can actually pull up inside the body, but will lengthen when warmer. All of this is normal. Some penises naturally hang to one side or the other. Some penises also have a slight bend to them, even when erect. This is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about, especially if the bend has been present since infancy. However, if your penis changes from straight to bent, it’s possible that you have peyronie’s disease, which is a treatable buildup of a harmless plaque. Fun fact: studies have shown that 85 percent of women are happy with the size of their partner’s penis, while only 45 percent of men are happy with their own size. This shows that most men who are self-conscious about their penis size shouldn’t be! there’s a wide range of normal and healthy penis sizes, so don’t make judgments about the sizes of others’ or your own. Foreskin some men have circumcised penises while others have intact foreskin. Both are accepted and common in u.s. Culture. A man with an intact foreskin simply has a thin layer of skin that covers the head of his penis. When aroused, the foreskin usually retracts. Keep the foreskin clean because sweat, oils and dead skin cells can build up under it. This buildup can form a white or yellowish pasty substance called smegma. Smegma is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about. Just wash it away when you take a shower to avoid getting a yeast infection. Ejaculation when a man gets aroused and comes, he releases ejaculate or semen. The amount of semen a man usually ejaculates is less than a teaspoon, but this can vary. Ejaculate is usually a whitish color, although some men do have yellowish semen. If there’s pain upon ejaculation or you’re unable to ejaculate, see a doctor. Ejaculate that has blood or a greenish tint should also be checked out. Semen comes in a variety of consistencies and textures. At times, it may be thicker and clumpier than usual. Generally, this isn’t anything to worry about. These variations are influenced by the last time the person ejaculated, how aroused they were and even what he ate earlier in the day. 

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Dr. Sathish ErraBHMS, Diploma in DermatologySexologist

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Clean the penis every day. Do not use soap or bubble bath or anything that could act as an irritant. After peeing, dry underneath the foreskin gently. 

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Dr. Sathish ErraBHMS, Diploma in DermatologySexologist

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Don't use soap, bubble bath, shampoo or any other potential irritant. Dry gently under the foreskin after peeing. 

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Dr. Narasimhalu C.R.V.(Professor)MD, MBBSDermatologist

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You are suffering from genital candidiasis. Immediate medicine required. Medicine available for good improvement. As the treatment varies depending on the severity. Send photos of the affected area, for accurate diagnosis and treatment. 

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Dr. ShashidharBHMSHomeopath

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It is very important to take full responsibility for your health and be disciplined and consistent with the daily routine (which basically includes proper diet control, exercise and taking the medicines as prescribed by the doctor ). May minor problems become chronic or stubborn due to bad sugar control. Read about Diabetes from the internet and take proactive steps. (Knowledge about its nature and complications, and how it can be easily managed with dedicated efforts on personal level, can make you confident and relaxed ). Regular health check up and follow-up with the doctor is an important part of the management at all times. The doctor may review once again and suggest medications based on the present situation. Kindly revert with the reports for further clarification. 

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Dr. Anshu Rani RedhuBachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)Ayurveda

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u can avoid spicy food ; non veg smoking. alcohal and pickle and curd. u can apply private part glosalic ointment(clobetasol propionate and salicylic) tab fcn 150 mg 1 of 10 days 

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Dr. Prakhar SinghMBBS, Basic Life Support (B.L.S), Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Fellow of Academy of General Education (FAGE)General Physician

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hello bhumit, itching and Rash can be due to multiple reasons such as a bacterial or fungal infection or a viral infection. a proper history and evaluation can help you diagnose the condition and hence it can be treated properly. do let me know if you need my assistance on this issue 

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Dr. Lalit Kumar TripathyMBBSGeneral Physician

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It could be due to balano posthitis because o fungal infection.Apply panderm plus ointment , take one tablet of levocetrizine at bed time for few days if there is itching. Consult doctor for further advice 

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Dr. Amarpali BhangaliaBHMSHomeopath

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Hello Dear, It can be due to some fungal infection, maintain proper hygiene and drink plenty of water, you can start homeopathic medicines for you health concern, your complaint can easily cured with the help of homeopathic medicines. Homeopathy medicines are totally natural and there are no side effects of these medicines. 

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Dr. Lalit Kumar TripathyMBBSGeneral Physician

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It could be due to balano posthitis, you have to take a course of antifungal drug, apply panderm plus ointment and take one tablet of levo cetrizine daily for few days after consulting skin specialist. 

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