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About Arthur Goldstein, M.D.
Expertise
Any problems or questions related to the field of urology; ie urinary stone disease, urinary cancers (kidney, bladder, prostate, testis, etc.), urinary infections, impotency, etc.
Experience
I am retired from the active practice of urology. My 34 years was totally in the clinical field and involved the entire gamut of genitourinary problems, with special interest in male impotence and endourology.
Organizations
American Medical Association, American Urological Association, American College of Surgeons
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You are here: Experts > Health/Fitness > Urology > Urology > hi
Expert: Arthur Goldstein, M.D.
Date: 8/13/2008
Subject: hi
Question
I masturbated 3 days ago and now i have a red spot on the head of my penis and it itches . I called the urologist he said not to worry about it , it will go away on its own . can i take antibiotics or motrin for this i have biaxlin or amoxicillin from strep throat . will it work . the doctor said it will go away on its own . i never had sex im a virgin . its not as red as before , its turning white or back to normal . also i cant sit for a long time my ass gets red . it never happened before . how long will it take to go away on its own . is it safe to put acream like miconzole on it or cortizone cream.
Answer
Johnny Chang, as you might imagine, for this type of problem it is not possible for me to make an exact diagnosis over the internet because of the inability to do a physical examination. However, I shall try to help you.
Common causes would be a yeast or fungal infection, contact dermatitis, or a primary dermatologic condition (such a psoriasis, lichen planus, etc.). Bacterial infections involving the penile glans occur almost exclusively in uncircumcised men. They respond to proper genital hygiene and topical antibacterial creams. I would not use oral antibiotics for this condition. If refractory, circumcison is sometimes necessary for cure. Yeast and fungal infection usually respond to a 10 day course of medication such as Lotrimin or miconazole cream. Contact dermatoses are much more difficult to track down as it usually infers that you penis is touching something it is allergic to. This can be a material on your hands such as a work chemical, soaps, detergents used for under clothes, condoms, feminine hygiene sprays your partner might use, etc. The treatment is eliminating the cause and using at least 1% hydrocortisone or another steroid cream as needed. If one is uncircumcised, this bring in other potential factors. If you are not circumcised, let me know and I'll give you more information.
The problem of your buttocks becoming excessively red is beyond the scope of urology. It is possible for a fungal infection to spread to this area but this does not sound like what you are describing. If your problem is refractory, consultation with a urologist or dermatologist is suggested. Good luck.
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