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Hi, I have some light discoloration toward the bottom right of my penis, kind of near the testicles also, but mainly on the side. It seems almost like skin has rubbed off, but it doesn't hurt or irritate and has been there for like a week now. Can you please advise.

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Category: Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon
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Hello

Thanks for posting your query at DoctorSpring.com. I can understand your concern.

It seems to be a loss of pigment following a rash or a boil. Have you had a rash or a boil in the past in that area on which you applied some creams?

The second possibility is what we refer to as pre vitiligo which means it could be the starting of vitiligo which is a condition where there is a loss of pigment of the skin and can affect widespread areas over the body.
Do you have similar discoloration anywhere else?

The treatment for this would be application of tacrolimus ointment twice a day. You will require a prescription for it.

Hope this helps, Please let me know if you have any queries.

Take care


Patient replied :

Hello Dr. Kruti,

Thank you for the response. No, I have not previously had any rashes or boils in the past. Also, I do not have similar discoloration anywhere else on my body. Does this ointment restore pigmentation and stop it from spreading?


Hello

Thanks for your reply.

In my opinion, it seems to be due to a condition known as pre vitiligo. This is a condition where skin loses its pigment, however the tacrolimus ointment will help in restoring the pigment but it may not be able to completely stop the spread and also won't be able to stop the appearance of new lesions elsewhere.

Please let me know if you have any queries.

Take care


Dr. Kruti Jobanputra Banodkar
Category: Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon
Experience: 
Diploma in Dermatology - Royal College Of Physicians & Surgeons Of Glasgow, UK , 2010
Residency - DNB, Dermatology -  K.J Somaiya Hospital, Mumbai, 2009
Medical School & Internship - MBBS - Dr. D . Y . Patil Medical College, Mumbai, 2004
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