Dry flaky skin on penis head?

[Anonymous]

I recently got back with my boyfriend (we were on a break) and I noticed this. Also, a fishy smell. It was not like this before. I remember that it was very clean before with no smell at all. Is this an std? I looked it up on google.Apparently it could also be eczema or dermatitis. I asked him about it. He said that he always uses a condom (I believe him because we always used condoms) and he thinks this is dry skin caused by the cold wind. What are the odds?

[StevenVW]

The glans of the penis (just like the glans of your clitoris) is an internal body part, and if it's exposed to the outside elements for too long the skin on glans keratinizes to serve as a protective layer to protect the delicate glans which has no tolerance for friction and dryness, the flaky layer you've seen is a keratin layer that serves as an isolating coat to preserve the moisture in the glans.

The smell however indicates that he's been neglecting his genitals in terms of washing, the inner mucosa of the prepuce secretes several substances including what you could consider a natural lotion to keep the glans moisturized, if that builds up too much it can smell unpleasant.

It might also be the case that he jacked off and didn't clean the residue, which results in an unpleasant smell, either way, he hasn't been washing as frequently as he should.

It's not an STD or anything like that, if a woman has a bad smell down there (and many do) this doesn't indicate any STD either.

If you would get back together with him he will likely shape up regarding the washing and grooming of his genitals, most guys don't feel there's a lot of need for it when they're running dry.

[oddwaffle]

No. It's the natural lubricant and dead skins. It's normal. He just need to wash the penis.

Usually, the penis head is inside the foreskin. There is a slime that acts as a lubricant and keep the penis head clean. Overtime, dead skins accumulate in the lube and you usually would want to wash them off because they can be very smelly.

[Anonymous]

He should get checked out. Also just because he uses condoms with you doesn't mean he uses them with other people.

[Tamera952]

Either it’s s dried cum or he needs some deep moisture ointment

[pdaluga14]

I doubt it. both of you should go to the doc but I think you are prob freaking out. and if you are a dude that likes to take care of himself, I'd recommend getting a product made SPECIFICALLY for the genitals... like Man1 Man Oil that even contains lysine... awesome for the most sensitive skin. good luck and thank me later.

[bridgetttthamilt]

Ahhh this sounds awful! Sorry for him and for you- can really put a damper on your sex life too, especially if someone’s penis dryness causes pain and further irritation. I’d recommend something my boyfriend’s used for years called Man1 Man Oil as it’s just lotion made specifically for the genital region which is very delicate. Check it out!

[lindacalloway847]

Probably just a hygiene issue if you haven't had any risky sexual encounters. Retract and wash with soap and water daily... once dry apply an antibacterial penis health creme to the area... this should get things back to normal.. you can get one of these cremes online.. hope this helps.

[johnRD11]

Your dude needs to take better care of himself. This includes showering more regularly, using better soap and lathering up with a penis health creme daily. Man1 Man Oil is a great one because they have a money back guarantee.

[Abhijit3101]

It is a miss belief that anything wrong on Penis or Vagina is STD. There are many other reasons for infections on any part of body, and guys usually get some infections from public toilets. Most of the infections are cured with small dose of antibiotics - but under advice of a doctor.

[jackmcmillin83]

Get him to use a penis health creme that contains Vitamin E and lysine... this will moisturize and make his penis skin smooth as silk... leading to easier entry, less irritation and better sex. I use one and it makes all the difference in the world. You can get one online. Man1 Man Oil is a good one as they have a money back guarantee.

[AustinMan]

I'm betting he has prostatitis, an infected prostate. It's not an STD though it can give you a UTI or yeast infection. Send him to a doc to get treated.

[Jonny_]

Cold wind? Highly doubt it... Fishy smell suggests it's an infection, could be a yeast infection or it could be venereal... Either way I'd get it checked out.

[StevenVW]

"fishy smell" doesn't ever indicate any infection retard, neither yeast nor venereal. It means he should wash more often. You need to pay better attention in biology classes mate, because your superficial views on biology are plainly ridiculous.

[Jonny_]

How much do you bet? I've actually had an infection or two due to phimosis and a strong smell does indicate infection, as I've been told by several urologists who I'm sure are more qualified to talk about the subject than you or I are. So your condescending tone on the matter is laughable.

[parkway]

another woman, simple and clear.

[Giggletr0n]

READ THIS
www.healthline.com/.../penis-skin-peeling

[Anonymous]

Ew. Tell him to learn how to wash.

[StevenVW]

At least one girl here knows the cause :)