Hey, so I noticed this red spot on my foreskin a couple of weeks ago. It wasn't itchy at first, but now it seems like it's spread around my penis and it's started itching. I'm really worried it might be an STD or something. Any idea what this could be?

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Telsartan 50 to Amlip 5:_

The change from Telsartan (an angiotensin receptor blocker) to Amlip (Amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker) might be due to:

Different mechanism of action

Potential side effects or intolerance

Dosage adjustments

Possible Reasons for Uncontrolled BP:

Inadequate dosage or frequency

Resistance to medication

Lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, stress)

Underlying medical conditions (kidney disease, sleep apnea)

Secondary hypertension (e.g., adrenal gland issues)

Recommendations:

Schedule a follow-up appointment with her doctor.

Monitor BP regularly (home monitoring or clinic visits).

Encourage lifestyle modifications:

Balanced diet (low sodium, high potassium)

Regular exercise (walking, yoga)

Stress reduction (meditation, deep breathing)

Adequate sleep (7-8 hours)

Smoking cessation (if applicable)

Consider additional testing:

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Echocardiogram

Kidney function tests

Hormone level checks (e.g., aldosterone)

Potential Adjustments:

Dosage increase or decrease

Combination therapy (adding another medication)

Alternative medications (e.g., beta blockers, diuretics)

Lifestyle coaching or counseling

Dr. Anshul Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

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Possible Causes
a. Fungal infection (e.g., candidiasis)
b. Bacterial infection
c. Sexually transmitted infection (STI)
Immediate Actions
a. Maintain good hygiene
b. Avoid irritants (e.g., harsh soaps)
c. Refrain from sexual activity until evaluated
Recommendation
a. Schedule an appointment with a healthcare provider for examination and testing
b. Consider STI screening if sexually active
Treatment
a. Follow prescribed medication if diagnosed with an infection
b. Use over-the-counter antifungal cream if advised by a healthcare provider

Seek medical attention promptly to address concerns and receive appropriate care.

Recommended next steps

Consult a Sexologist or Take a SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTION (STI) URETHRITIS PROFILE Test

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