I've been having some real discomfort down there. I rubbed the area around my anus because it was irritated, and now its burning even more, and I'm noticing more skin getting affected. I tried soaking in warm water with potassium permanganate, but the burning persists. What can I do to make it better?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

General Practitioner

MBBS
2+ Yrs

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A long foreskin covering the penis, even during full erection, can be a concern.

Possible Conditions

Phimosis: A condition where the foreskin is too tight or narrow, causing it to cover the glans (head) of the penis.

Redundant foreskin: Excess foreskin tissue can cause it to cover the penis, even during erection.

Options to Consider

Circumcision: A surgical procedure to remove excess foreskin.

Foreskin stretching or preputioplasty: Non-surgical or minimally invasive procedures to loosen or remove excess foreskin.

Topical creams or ointments: Applying creams or ointments to help loosen the foreskin.

Consult a

Urologist: A specialist who can assess and advise on the best course of treatment.

Andrologist: A specialist who deals with male reproductive health.

Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

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