The skin of my penis gets cut when I pull it back for cleaning during a bath, and this has been happening for a month. What cream or medicine should I apply to treat this?
Asked by Male, 25 · 3 days ago
To help heal the cuts, you can apply plain petroleum jelly (Vaseline) to soothe the skin, or a mild over-the-counter antifungal cream (like Clotrimazole 1%) if a fungal infection is causing the inflammation. Gently clean the area with warm water only and avoid harsh soaps. Crucially, avoid forcefully pulling the foreskin back, as repeated tearing creates scar tissue, making the skin tighter (phimosis). Because chronic tearing requires a proper diagnosis, please consult a doctor or urologist. They can evaluate the cause and may prescribe a prescription-strength steroid cream to help safely stretch and heal the skin.