Managing Eczema Treatment: Tips for Urology Patients
Eczema topical medication issues? Hello, doctor. I apologize for asking a few questions. Before erection, my glans is completely covered, but it can also retract fully. After applying the eczema medication, should I expose the glans to air? If so, wouldn’t my pants easily wipe of...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
If you can retract the foreskin, applying medication and then wrapping it with gauze may yield better results. However, some individuals may have longer foreskins that may not stay in place, which is fine. Additionally, DIY treatments should be paused; otherwise, inflammation may...[Read More] Managing Eczema Treatment: Tips for Urology Patients
Understanding Glans Issues: Herpes or Eczema Concerns?
Glans penis issues Hello doctor, I recently went to a urology clinic because I noticed some growths on my glans. However, I was too nervous and only heard the doctor mention "X dermatitis" without understanding clearly. Since then, I've been worried that it might b...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If it is herpes, there will be blisters (small vesicles) with a certain number of them. If it is eczema, there will be more areas of red skin. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Glans Issues: Herpes or Eczema Concerns?
Understanding Urethral Redness and Itching: Possible Causes and Treatments
Mild redness and swelling of the urethral opening may improve with proper care? Since early August, I have been experiencing scrotal eczema, itching of the foreskin, and red spots on the glans, indicating inflammation. I have been continuously using a steroid cream (the scrotal e...
Dr. Du Mingyi Reply:
It is important to maintain cleanliness and dryness for balanitis. You should temporarily stop applying ointments and consider taking a course of antibiotics for one week.[Read More] Understanding Urethral Redness and Itching: Possible Causes and Treatments
Understanding Penile Skin Issues: Fungal Infection or Eczema?
Prepuce issues Doctor, I’m sorry, but recently I have noticed a dark brown hard lump on my foreskin that is flaky, itchy when touched, and causes a small area to swell when scratched. It is also slowly spreading. Could this be a fungal infection or eczema?
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Fungal infections and eczema are rarely dark brown in color. If cleanliness and dryness are maintained but the condition does not improve, it is advisable to seek medical attention. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Penile Skin Issues: Fungal Infection or Eczema?
Understanding Balanitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Balanoposthitis Previously, the doctor mentioned it was due to over-cleansing, but now I feel that as long as I don't apply ointment, it starts to become red. When I take a shower and gently scrub, it always turns red afterward. I'm not sure if it's eczema. Can I a...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: No need to scrub, just rinse with water and dry thoroughly. If engaging in sexual activity, use a condom. If there is still redness, seek medical attention. This platform cannot recommend medications; it is better to consult a doctor for examination. Wishing you good healt...[Read More] Understanding Balanitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Inflammation and Eczema of the Glans and Foreskin
Glans and foreskin eczema inflammation? Athletes engage in intense physical activity, but after each practice, they take a shower and rinse off (which removes the white residue and cleans the area between the glans and the foreskin). However, there seems to be an issue with exces...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
Please visit the outpatient clinic for examination and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Inflammation and Eczema of the Glans and Foreskin
Can Scrotal Skin Breaks Increase STD Risk During Sexual Activity?
Is a torn scrotum contagious for sexually transmitted diseases? Hello doctor, I recently had scrotal eczema, which sometimes causes itching and skin breakdown. Today, I had sexual intercourse with a woman I am not very familiar with, and we used a condom throughout. However, I am...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
There is a possibility that all diseases transmissible through bodily fluids can be transmitted.[Read More] Can Scrotal Skin Breaks Increase STD Risk During Sexual Activity?
Understanding Scrotal Lumps: When to See a Urologist or Dermatologist
Swelling on the surface of the left scrotum? Hello, doctor. A few weeks ago, while taking a shower, I accidentally felt a lump on the left side of my scrotum (approximately in the middle of the left scrotum, not protruding above the skin surface but located beneath the skin). At ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If there is a lump, it is primarily due to inflammation. Keep the area clean and dry, pay attention to your immune system, and avoid moisture. You can consult either the urology or dermatology department at the hospital. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Scrotal Lumps: When to See a Urologist or Dermatologist
Red Bumps and Itching in Pubic Area: Causes and Treatments Explained
Red bumps have developed in the pubic area, some of which contain pus. There is itching, and the skin appears shiny with small crystals. After a week of scratching, the hair follicles in the pubic area are dry and peeling? Red bumps have developed in the pubic area, some of which...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Eczema or folliculitis, please seek medical evaluation.[Read More] Red Bumps and Itching in Pubic Area: Causes and Treatments Explained
Understanding Itchy Penis: Causes and Over-the-Counter Treatments
Penile abrasion? Hello, doctor. Recently, I suddenly have an intense itch on my penis that extends to my groin and testicles. I've scratched it so much that I've broken the skin. At first, I thought it was due to excessive hair, but after cleaning it up, the itching sta...
Dr. Liu Mingyue Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it could possibly be eczema, but it's best to get an actual diagnosis and treatment from a physician rather than applying medication on your own.[Read More] Understanding Itchy Penis: Causes and Over-the-Counter Treatments
Understanding Syphilis Recurrence: Symptoms and Treatment Concerns
Uncertainty about whether syphilis has recurred? Hello doctor, I had my first episode around January 2017, and it wasn't until February 2018 that I received injection treatment. In August of the same year, I noticed an increase in my levels, so I received three additional in...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Blood tests are necessary to determine.[Read More] Understanding Syphilis Recurrence: Symptoms and Treatment Concerns
Understanding Redness and Swelling Near the Frenulum: A Urology Perspective
Redness and swelling of the foreskin near the annular sulcus? 1. Recently, I had sexual intercourse with a woman, and we used a condom throughout the entire encounter. The next day, I noticed three small red bumps on the glans, which were neither painful nor itchy. After visiting...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: When seeing the two doctors, did you mention engaging in unsafe sexual behavior (within the past few months)? It is advisable to inform your physician. This platform cannot provide a diagnosis, but it appears that there may be something abnormal (skin of the coronal sulcus...[Read More] Understanding Redness and Swelling Near the Frenulum: A Urology Perspective
Understanding Itchy Genital Skin: Causes and Treatment Options
Genital itching About one or two months ago, the skin under my pubic hair started to itch at night, and the area has become red. I would like to know if this could be pubic lice or eczema, and if so, how should it be treated?
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It may be eczema, but a diagnosis can only be made after an examination by a physician. You can take a photo of the affected skin when it is red for the doctor’s reference. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Itchy Genital Skin: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding White Spots on the Penis: Causes and Concerns
There are small white spots? Hello doctor👋 I had oral sex with my girlfriend yesterday, and while showering last night, I noticed a small white spot on my glans. I'm not sure if it's a wart or eczema.
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Cauliflower ear does not develop quickly; it is often due to inflammation. Keep the area clean and dry. If it does not resolve, seek medical attention. It is primarily inflammation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding White Spots on the Penis: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Redness and Rashes: Urology Concerns Explained
Continuing from question #140548? Hello, doctor. I previously asked you a question regarding issue #140548. After a couple of days of observation, the reddened area has returned to the normal color of the foreskin, leaving only a very small red spot (originally it was a rash with...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
It is possible; please continue to monitor.[Read More] Understanding Redness and Rashes: Urology Concerns Explained
Red Rash After First Sexual Experience: Is It Inflammation or STD?
The first sexual intercourse was protected with a condom, but there is a rash? Hello, doctor. I had sexual intercourse with my first girlfriend, and we both confirmed that it was our first time. We used a condom properly from the beginning to the end, and I checked afterward to e...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
It may be a localized eczema change; let's observe it further.[Read More] Red Rash After First Sexual Experience: Is It Inflammation or STD?
Understanding Scrotal Itching and Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Scrotal issues Hello, doctor. I had sexual intercourse two days ago, and while showering the next day, I felt itching and a stinging sensation on the skin of my scrotum and at the junction with the penis, which was particularly noticeable when water flowed over it. Since then, I ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It is important to keep the area clean and dry. If there is redness or broken skin, you should seek medical attention. After cleaning, make sure to dry the area. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Scrotal Itching and Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Persistent Itching Under the Foreskin: Causes and Solutions
Itching of the foreskin? Hello Doctor: I would like to describe my situation. My symptoms have persisted for about four months. Normally, my foreskin covers the glans, and while the glans can be retracted, it feels tight. Previously, I experienced itching on the inner side of the...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: This condition is prone to recurrence, and once there is persistent damp-heat, it will flare up. Even if it has been absent for six months, the damp-heat can return. It is essential to pay attention to your lifestyle: wear loose-fitting underwear and outer clothing, avoid ...[Read More] Persistent Itching Under the Foreskin: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Scrotal Itching: Causes and Treatment Options
Scrotal itching issues? Hello, doctor! For about a year now, I've occasionally experienced itching in the scrotal area, especially during the summer. Could this be an issue related to eczema? Sometimes when I scratch, I notice some redness in the scrotum, and after scratchin...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
Can return for outpatient evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Scrotal Itching: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Recurrent Balanitis: Why Vaseline Isn't Always Effective
It's really strange that I'm just coming to ask a question! Hello doctor, I have had balanitis three times so far. Before my first episode (about 3 or 4 years ago), I had no idea such a condition existed. After discovering this website, I conducted in-depth research and...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1) It is possible, but I do not personally recommend using petroleum jelly for treatment. If there are medications available, why resort to petroleum jelly? 2) I do not recommend it. Additionally, if there is a history of unsafe sexual practices, you should see a urologist...[Read More] Understanding Recurrent Balanitis: Why Vaseline Isn't Always Effective