- Male
- 23 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've put undiluted Dettol on the top of my penis to clean it, and now it's swollen. It doesn't hurt much, but it's pretty uncomfortable. What should I do to make the swelling go down?
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Visit Physician for evaluation and appropriate management
Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...
Consult a Urologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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