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I have irritation of foreskin and whitish discharge. Please advise.

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am a 40 year male. Since last one month, I have been suffering from irritation of foreskin. The skin has become tight and cannot be pulled back. There has been a whitish discharge from the penis and constant irritation. I have tried using Candid B cream but there has been no improvement. There has been a little pain around the penis head. I am not a diabetic and there are no other ailments. I have a problem of high BP and have been prescribed Eritel 40 mg. Please advise.

Answered by Dr. Atishay Bukharia

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Atishay Bukharia is a skilled specialist in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy, with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, sexually transmitted infections, and leprosy-related conditions. He is proficient in advanced dermatological procedures, clinical diagnosis, and patient-focused care. Dr. Bukharia is committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatments to promote healthy skin and improve patients' overall dermatological well-being.

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Hello,

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You might be suffering from candidal balanoposthitis. Please send good quality photographs of the lesion taken in a natural light for confirmation of diagnosis and treatment. Regards.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the prompt response. I am attaching few photos. Please advise.

Answered by Dr. Atishay Bukharia

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Atishay Bukharia is a skilled specialist in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy, with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, sexually transmitted infections, and leprosy-related conditions. He is proficient in advanced dermatological procedures, clinical diagnosis, and patient-focused care. Dr. Bukharia is committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatments to promote healthy skin and improve patients' overall dermatological well-being.

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Hello,

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Yes, it is going in favor of candidal balanoposthitis. I suggest you take the following medications and revert to me in 10 days.

  1. Tablet AF (Fluconazole) 150 one tablet daily for 10 days.
  2. Canesten (Clotrimazole) lotion - apply twice daily.
  3. Tablet Cefixime 200 mg twice daily for seven days.
  4. Tablet Teczine M (Levocetirizine and Monteleukast) twice daily for seven days.

Consult your specialist doctor discuss with him or her and start taking the medicines with their consent.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I took medicine as prescribed. There was an improvement in the condition by the dosage was over. Thought will wait and see for few days how it goes. However, the same situation is back from last two days. Please advise.

Answered by Dr. Atishay Bukharia

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Atishay Bukharia is a skilled specialist in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy, with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, sexually transmitted infections, and leprosy-related conditions. He is proficient in advanced dermatological procedures, clinical diagnosis, and patient-focused care. Dr. Bukharia is committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatments to promote healthy skin and improve patients' overall dermatological well-being.

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

It is very common for people with diabetes so keep checking your blood sugar level and keep it in control. Keep using Canesten lotion twice daily, and if not controlled by it then you may need to take oral medication also.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At May 20, 2018
Reviewed At August 29, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Atishay Bukharia is a skilled specialist in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy, with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, sexually transmitted infections, and leprosy-related conditions. He is proficient in advanced dermatological procedures, clinical diagnosis, and patient-focused care. Dr. Bukharia is committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatments to promote healthy skin and improve patients' overall dermatological well-being.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Atishay Bukharia is a skilled specialist in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy, with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, sexually transmitted infections, and leprosy-related conditions. He is proficient in advanced dermatological procedures, clinical diagnosis, and patient-focused care. Dr. Bukharia is committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatments to promote healthy skin and improve patients' overall dermatological well-being.

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