Is this Balanitis ?

2026-06-28 06:36:01
Hello Doctor, For the past week, I have been experiencing itching, redness, and a white patch/material on the skin around the head of my penis. The white material is attached to the skin and does not wipe off easily. Until now, I had never retracted my foreskin to check underneath. When the itching started, I searched online and found that I should retract the foreskin to inspect the area. After doing that, I noticed these white patches and redness for the first time. I have attached photos. Could you please examine them and let me know the diagnosis and the appropriate treatment? Thank you.
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Could be fungal infection.  Take tab ketoconazole 200mg one daily for 7 days. Apply candid b lotion twice daily. Use nystatin dusting powder after shower and while changing clothes. Use  lose cotton clothes.

Answered2026-06-28 12:35:37

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Answered2026-06-28 09:44:37

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The combination of redness, itching, and adherent white patches under the foreskin is very characteristic of Candidal Balanitis — a fungal infection of the glans penis. This is common in uncircumcised men, especially when the foreskin hasn't been regularly retracted and cleaned, as the warm moist environment promotes fungal growth. It is treatable and not a serious condition.
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Apply an antifungal cream (clotrimazole or miconazole) under the foreskin twice daily for 1-2 weeks, and keep the area clean and dry. Gently retract and wash daily. Consult a doctor if it doesn't improve. Please consult me directly on Practo for a detailed evaluation.

Answered2026-06-28 09:14:35

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The clinical presentation described by you suggest at least three distinct possibilities include: Candidal Balanitis Smegma Accumulation with Secondary Inflammation: A buildup of dead skin cells, oils, and moisture that naturally occurs under an unretracted foreskin. Lichen Sclerosus
Next Steps
Treatment for now: Candid cream to be applied to the glans and inner foreskin for 7 days Gentle retraction of the foreskin and cleansing with warm water alone.
Health Tips
Wear loose cotton underwear. Keep it dry.

Answered2026-06-28 08:11:41

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Urologist

Answered2026-06-28 07:27:47

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Consult a Urologist.

Answered2026-06-28 07:10:12

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Maintain hygeine and keep the area clean and dry
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Answered2026-06-28 07:08:10

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Keet the area clean and dry

Answered2026-06-28 07:05:37

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Yes. It is fungal ( candidial)balanitis.
Next Steps
Apply Clotrimazole 1%cream two times daily for 3 weeks.
Health Tips
If it doesn’t resolve contact me for further work up and treatment options.

Answered2026-06-28 12:37:05

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You have to take antifungal cream

Answered2026-06-28 12:21:26

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Yes

Answered2026-06-28 11:24:53

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Avoid fried and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables more Fiber meal Walk Do connect and consult Will help you

Answered2026-06-28 11:13:49

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Keep the area clean and dry Candid powder can be used
Health Tips
wear loose and cotton undergarments , wash and dry directly under sun maintain hygiene. keep the area clean and dry

Answered2026-06-28 07:28:42

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Keep area clean
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do consult with Urologist

Answered2026-06-28 07:21:04

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2026-06-28 07:06:57

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