PENIS SYMPTOMS Symptom Definition Penis symptoms include rash, pain, discharge, itching and swelling. Not due to a known injury General Information Here are some common causes of penis symptoms: Bladder infection (cystitis) Contact dermatitis (e.g. latex condoms, lubricants, spermicides, perfumed soaps) Irritation (small friction burns) after sexual intercourse or masturbation (inadequate lubrication) Poison ivy, oak, or sumac rash Skin cancer STD's (e.g., Herpes simplex, Syphilis, Chancroid, LGV, pubic lice, genital warts) Trauma Any preexisting skin disorders/rashes can also occur on the penis and scrotum (e.g., psoriasis, eczema, drug rashes) See More Appropriate Topic (instead of this one) If Itchy rash on inner thigh and JOCK ITCH is suspected PUBIC LICE POISON IVY, OAK, OR SUMAC suspected as cause URINATION PAIN, MALE WHEN TO CALL YOUR DOCTOR FOR PENIS SYMPTOMS Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If You feel weak or very sick Large amount of blood from end of penis Not circumcised, and foreskin pulled back and became stuck around head of penis Fever and looks infected (e.g., draining sore, ulcer, rash is painful to touch) Fever and burning (pain) with urination Unable to urinate for more than 4 hours, and bladder feels very full Painful erection lasting more than 1 hour Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours (between 9am and 4pm) If You think you need to be seen Burning (pain) with urination Pus (white, yellow) or bloody discharge from end of penis Blood in urine Looks infected (e.g., draining sore, ulcer, rash is painful to touch) Rash with painful tiny water blisters Swollen foreskin (not circumcised) Call Your Doctor During Weekday Office Hours If You have other questions or concerns You are worried you might have a sexually transmitted disease Blood in semen Painless rash (e.g., redness, tiny bumps, sore) that has been present more than 24 hours Antibiotic treatment longer than 3 days for STD (e.g., penile discharge from gonorrhea, chlamydia) and painful urination is not improving All other penis symptoms (exception: painless rash present less than 24 hours, mild itchiness) Self Care at Home If Painless rash (e.g., redness, tiny bumps, sore) that has been present less than 24 hours, and you don't think you need to be seen Mild itchiness and no rash, and you don't think you need to be seen Back to Top HOME CARE ADVICE FOR PENIS SYMPTOMS Causes of Mild Rash: Irritation from a chemical product: perfumed soaps, latex condoms Irritation from a plant (e.g., poison ivy), chemicals (e.g., insecticides), fiberglass, detergents. Early finding of sexually transmitted disease (STD) Small friction burns can occur from intercourse (if inadequate lubrication.) Cleansing: Wash the area once thoroughly with unscented soap and water to remove any irritants. Genital Hygiene: Keep your penis and scrotal area clean. Wash once daily with un-scented soap and water Keep your penis and scrotal area dry. Wear cotton underwear. Call Your Doctor If: Rash spreads or becomes worse Rash lasts more than one day Fever occurs. You become worse or develop any of the "Call Your Doctor" symptoms. Back to Top Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information. Adult HouseCalls Online. Copyright © 2001-2005 David Thompson, M.D. FACEP Reviewed 6/8/2005 Revised 6/8/2005 View Index of Topics