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Black patch on penis
I noticed that there is a black patch on penis head so i was bit worried that it not gonna be any issue and I want to know what is the cause of occuring like this patches and it is ok that some males can have like this Black patches due to an pigmentation and I have a previous skin allergy type i was saying this issue way year ago so now cleared all the skin allergy around my inner thighs and buttocks and for this it cause any issues like patch on penis and give me any suggestions so i can proceed and i want to know is it ok that patch on penis I don't have any pain and any itchy and what is the solution for this ?
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• Most likely this is benign penile pigmentation / post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
• Common causes:
• Previous skin allergy / irritation / friction
• Healing after mild inflammation → leaves dark patch
• Since no pain, no itching, no discharge, it is NOT suggestive of infection or STD
• The appearance in images looks smooth, flat, well-defined → reassuring
Next Steps
• No aggressive treatment needed if stable
• Maintain good hygiene and keep area dry
• Do NOT use:
• Steroid creams
• Strong fairness / bleaching creams
• Avoid excess friction (tight clothes, frequent rubbing)
• Normal variation: many males have natural darker pigmentation on genitals
Kindly consult with me via Practo for detailed evaluation and treatment
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Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas
Also detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment
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Avoid any Otc topicals
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Any itching or burning.. for details do direct online consultation
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it looks like some reaction to medicine
we call it FDE
you need to see a dermatologist for proper care and guidance
thank you
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Hey there...
Hyderabad is not too far away from Bangalore and if visiting, welcome to the Clinic.
As per your admission, it is symptom free and not causing you any issues, so leave alone.
Yes the pigmentation can be reduced and for cosmetic reasons it can be addressed.
You may have some underlying allergies (what we call Fixed drug Eruptions) and one needs to isolate the offending agents and stop 🛑 or avoid them completely to prevent recurrence.
For a more detailed discussion and consultation, I suggest getting in touch Online using this App's INSTANT ONLINE Consultation 🙏
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Avoid OTC products, home remedies, self medications and Google suggestions 🙏
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Dr. Dhavala Guna Sagarika
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Srikakulam
Detailed history and clear images are required for correct diagnosis and treatment.
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kindly book online consultation for proper management and guidance and counselling
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Pune
It maybe Fixed drug eruption
Which maybe a drug reaction
Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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