I was cleaning my private parts, specifically the penis and scrotum, using Dettol and now the skin on my scrotum is really dry and a bit discolored. I've also noticed it's a lot less sensitive in that area. Should I be worried, and will it get better on its own in a few days?

Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 6+ Yrs

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Answered 14 days ago