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Urology (Expert Forum)
Fishy odor from penis area.
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Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
Kevin, M.D.
Boston - MA
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Fishy odor from penis area.
by amnesiacv2, Apr 02, 2007 12:00AM
I am a relatively healthy 27 year old male. Married/monogamous. I do have HPV, however.
My area of concern is odor (slightly fish-like) coming from my penis. This seems more prevalent during the afternoon. (i.e. it goes away for a while when I shower). There are no other symptoms whatsoever (no discharge, urination problems, etc.). I have been tested clean for all other STDs. I am circumcised.
Research on my own seems to indicate that it could be a yeast infection, for which I applied Lamisil for a week - this alleviated the smell somewhat but it's persisted after a couple weeks.
If there are any clues as to what it could be, and if there's a way to treat it with OTC meds, I'd appreciate it. Otherwise I guess it's a trip to the GP/urologist for me. Thanks!
My area of concern is odor (slightly fish-like) coming from my penis. This seems more prevalent during the afternoon. (i.e. it goes away for a while when I shower). There are no other symptoms whatsoever (no discharge, urination problems, etc.). I have been tested clean for all other STDs. I am circumcised.
Research on my own seems to indicate that it could be a yeast infection, for which I applied Lamisil for a week - this alleviated the smell somewhat but it's persisted after a couple weeks.
If there are any clues as to what it could be, and if there's a way to treat it with OTC meds, I'd appreciate it. Otherwise I guess it's a trip to the GP/urologist for me. Thanks!
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Apr 03, 2007 12:00AM
, Apr 03, 2007 12:00AM
Yeast can be considered, and be evaluated with a dermatologist. Normally, antifungal creams can be considered if this is the case. Keeping the area clean and dry would help prevent future occurances.
STDs have been ruled out - presumably with urine tests and urethral swabs.
You can consider prostatitis, which can be evaluated with a digital rectal exam as well as a prostatic massage.
These options can be discussed with your urologist or personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
STDs have been ruled out - presumably with urine tests and urethral swabs.
You can consider prostatitis, which can be evaluated with a digital rectal exam as well as a prostatic massage.
These options can be discussed with your urologist or personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
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