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&lt;h1&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Penile Candidiasis - Testing, Symptoms &amp;amp; Treatment&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Overiew Penile Candidiasis&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Candida yeast, normally found in small quantities on the skin and in various areas of the body, including the genitals, is the primary cause of candidiasis. When there is an overgrowth of Candida, it can result in an infection that causes discomfort and irritation. Penile candidiasis happens when Candida multiplies on or beneath the foreskin in uncircumcised men or on the glans (head of the penis) in circumcised men.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Symptoms of Penile Candidiasis&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;1. Itching and Irritation:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; Intense itching is a primary symptom of penile candidiasis. This discomfort can range from mild to severe and often worsens with prolonged contact with moisture.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;2. Redness and Swelling:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; The affected area may appear red and swollen, contributing to discomfort and pain.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;3. Balanitis:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; In some cases, penile candidiasis can lead to a condition known as &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.sg/balanitis&quot;&gt;balanitis&lt;/a&gt;, which &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com/balanitis&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;involves inflammation of the glans and foreskin.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;4. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com/penile-discharge&quot;&gt;Discharge&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; Men with penile candidiasis may notice a white, cottage cheese-like discharge under the foreskin.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;5. &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com/painful-urination&quot;&gt;Pain and Burning Sensation:&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; Pain and a burning sensation, especially during urination, can be present, making everyday activities uncomfortable.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;6. Difficulty Retracting the Foreskin:&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Uncircumcised men may find it difficult to retract the foreskin, which can be due to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com/phimosis-tight-foreskin-treatment&quot;&gt;phimosis&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;and inflammation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Testing for Penile Candidiasis&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Diagnosing penile candidiasis involves a medical evaluation and various diagnostic tests, which may include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;1. Physical Examination:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/span&gt;A healthcare provider will examine the penis for signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, and &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.sg/penile-discharge&quot;&gt;penis discharge&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;2. Microscopic Examination:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/span&gt;A sample of the affected area may be collected and examined under a microscope to confirm the presence of Candida yeast.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;3. Cultures:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; A culture of the affected area may be taken to grow and identify the specific strain of Candida responsible for the infection.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Treatment Options&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Penile candidiasis can be effectively treated with medical interventions and lifestyle changes. Treatment options include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;1. Antifungal Medications:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; Topical antifungal creams, such as clotrimazole or miconazole, are commonly prescribed to eliminate Candida infection. Sometimes, oral antifungal medications may be needed for more severe infections.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;2. Good Hygiene:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; Maintaining good genital hygiene is essential. Regular cleaning with mild soap and water and thoroughly drying the penis, especially under the foreskin, is crucial.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;3. Avoiding Irritants:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; Avoid using scented soaps, harsh detergents, or other potential irritants in the genital area.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;4. Condom Use:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; In cases of recurrent infections, using condoms during sexual intercourse may help reduce the risk of reinfection.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;5. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com/circumcision-thailand&quot;&gt;Circumcision&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;:&lt;/span&gt; For men with recurrent infections, circumcision may be recommended as it can reduce the risk of future candidiasis episodes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Conclusion&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Penile candidiasis is an uncomfortable condition that can affect men, causing itching, redness, and discomfort. Early diagnosis and appropriate antifungal therapy are essential for effective management. Seeking medical advice is recommended for proper diagnosis and treatment. Good hygiene practices, antifungal medications, and lifestyle adjustments can help prevent future occurrences of this condition.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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