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I started abx (Ceftin and Bactrim) on Friday. I took the abx on Friday and Saturday. Starting on Friday afternoon I began to have itching of my penis. My penis became increasingly itchy and sensitive to touch, particularly the head. It also became red. The last couple of nights I have had great difficulty sleeping because of the extreme discomfort. I stopped taking the abx today, and I am going to call my LLMD tomorrow.
Could I have a penile yeast infection? The symptoms match pretty much spot on. I've had rampant oral and internal candida for the last couple months. Could it have spread to my penis? If you do think it is a penile yeast infection does anyone have suggestions on treatment? It's unbearable. Thanks guys.
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Great, I'll ask my doc if he thinks that it is a yeast infection and try to get a prescription for nystatin or diflucan, whichever he prefers. In the meantime I got some antifungal cream, and it's helping a bit. I don't think its a UTI because I don't have any pain when urinating. It's just the insane itching and pain and sensitivity when I do itch. Thanks guys.
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- PROBIOTICS.
My guess is that your doctor did not tell you to take probiotics to offset candida/yeast? Even if so, sometimes, it is not enough.
the topical anti-fungal cream should help and if you can get a prescription for Diflucan but you will still need to take PROBIOTICS - hours away from the abx (antibiotic).
For me (although not male), to avoid systemic yeast when on abx, OLE works wonders for me. OLIVE LEAF EXTRACT. You can buy some today at a natural foods market. Get a good brand. THis may help until you can ask your doctor for a prescription anti-fungal (Nystatin, Nizorol or Difulcan). I like OLE better as it's easier on the body.
If you go back out, you might look at the natural food market for a mouthwash by JASON - no alcohol - and it's to help with oral candida.
It would be good for your doctor to examine you if this does not clear up soon as some UTI are not painful with urination and unchecked UTI can damage kidneys. But, as you've been on abx, candida is certainly suspect. Still, drink lots of water.
Whether man or woman, topical cream is never enough. This has to be treated systemically as it is a whole body yeast infection - which you said you've had for months. It just took longer to show up in some places. Candida can also be passed with intimate contact so protection is important.
An anti-candida diet is also important: no simple sugars. Enjoy lots of colorful vegetables, good proteins and good fats, all in balance. For a non-gluten whole grain: QUINOA is excellent.
Just google QUINOA for detail.
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Maybe you could try some tea tree oil on it? Try mixing a drop or 2 with a small amount of coconut oil... I have other home recipes but this one is pretty simple.
A supplement called Yeast Cleanse by Solaray always works for me. It's about $15 for a bottle & I think it works better than the drugs!
Yeast infections are a drag for anyone - male or female!
PS - in a crunch you may want to try a woman's cream for vaginal yeast infections (anti fungal). They have some different brands & types.
You can buy them at a drugstore over the counter. I've used them in the past & they don't always work but you may get some relief until you see a doctor or try some yeast busters like Yeast Cleanse or diflucan.
Also, you could try to apply some plain yogurt or kefir - get a "natural" one with high acidopholus count.
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Yeast infection of the foreskin...male equivalent to vaginal yeast infection.
Fluconazole is oral and works...you can get the topical cream but it'll only be very temporary. Your penis is your canary in a coalmine. You can see and feel your penis cracking and itching but you need to cut down the yeast inside your body.
CURE? Probiotics...lots of them. Acidophilus in particular fights yeast. I used to use the amount or probiotics my LLMD told me to but it wasn't NEARLY enough. Whatever you are taking, double the units, and make sure you are getting lots of acidophilus...like 25 billion units of acidophilus a couple hours after your abx. If you take your abx right before bed, make sure you get up in the night and eat a bunch of acidophilus or your yeast will win.
I take my meds about 90 mins before bed and take probiotics before I go to sleep...it seems to work well.
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Be careful with this type of yeast infection. They are sexually transmitted, so both partners typically need treatment to avoid passing it back and forth.
Good luck, I hope you get some relief, soon.
I agree with the recommendation for probiotics, a constant necessity with abx. Also, no sugar and no simple carbs. Nystatin can be used as a preventative, I used it the whole time on abx.
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Six, how long were you on nystatin and what dose?
4x daily?
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I just spoke with my doc. He said that an allergic reaction is unlikely because the reaction is so highly localized. He also thought that a yeast infection was somewhat unlikely though, because I just started my abx. He doesn't know what it is.
I kind of agree with him about the yeast infection, but at the same time I have had rampant candida for a couple of months so maybe just the added stress of the abx caused it to spread? I've looked at some pics and they look pretty similar to what I have, though I don't have blisters yet, just dryness, itching, and sensitivity.
Today the itching isn't as bad. He advised me to go back on the abx and call him if it gets worse, which I will do. I will also dramatically increase the probiotics I take, 2 hours after each abx use, as per your advice.
I have already cut all sugars, and all high-glycemic foods in general, out of my diet. I'm also drinking lots of water. Can I get Olive Leaf Extract at a normal grocery store or do I need to go to a Whole Foods? Do I apply some directly to my penis like with yogurt or simply eat it? Thanks for your help!
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Can anyone recommend a good probiotic/s? The one I have right now is very weak, just 100 million acidophilus/capsule. I have to take a handful just to get to 1 billion.
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Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah, I just took a shower and every time the water hit on or near the head of my penis I keeled over. It's not normal pain, but it's still unbearable. I don't know if I can start back on my abx if it means that this will get worse. Any worse, and I would probably burst into tears.
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If you want something to apply directly, maybe try coconut oil? It has anti-fungal properties and is gentle. I'd be hesitant to apply something that may burn.
If you already have rampant candida, it's safe to say it's yeast, IMO.
Theralac, Ultra Flora, VSL## (the strongest) .... all available online.
You might also try Lotrimin from the pharmacy, I used to use it on my babies' diaper rash for yeast. It's either for jock itch or athlete's foot, but it's gentle.
Add coconut oil to your diet (just like butter or other oils). Grapefruit seed extract and oregano oil are also anti-fungal, but start SLOWLY because they both also go after Lyme and other infections (oregano oil can kill parasites, too).
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Ian, I told you my opinion on what is going on and I believe it is right.
If it's not an allergic reaction, then what is it??
Some type of fungal issue makes the most sense, as you already had those issues PRIOR to starting abx which can create and/or make existing fungal issues worse. It's not really an "IF", its a "when" on abx that this will occur.
Systemic candida is one of the biggest reasons traditional MDs shy away from extensive abx usage.
Most LLMDs ignore this issue, but some good ones will RX nystatin to be taken WITH the abx the entire time and throwing in some diflucan pulses throughout as well.
If you went back to your DR, and explained in detail to him your pre existing yeast battles before you started abx, and how you think it has subsequently gotten worse, he really should RX something for it. In the situation you are in, Fluconazole or Nizoral is really recommended.
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Thanks djf. Yes, I agree with you that it is almost certainly candida. I am dramatically upping my probiotics. If the situation continues or gets worse then I will call my doc and really emphasize my previous candida problem to him. I told him about my previous candida, but I'm not sure if he was listening. I will then secure an appt and insist on one of the anti-candida prescriptions that you recommend. Thanks for your help.
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Ian,
So sorry for you.
I recommend www.customprobiotics.com. Get their Adult Formula CP-1 Dairy Free Multistrain (50 billion per capsule). Call 1-800-219-8405 to order - they'll be at your doorstep in 2 days.
Also, I've used Stoneyfield Farm Plain Yogurt directly on yeast infected area and it worked well. Of course, that was before my diet consisted mainly of antibiotics.
Hope you get relief soon.
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Thanks 17hens and thanks for the recommendation. I ordered a bottle of CP-1. It seems like a good deal for 50 billion per capsule. I resumed my abx today and so far I haven't returned to the situation that I had on Saturday. There's still dryness and itching, but it seems to have stabilized (fingers crossed).
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Keebler,
Is OLE ok to take with my usual 3/day garlic capsules?
I feel like I'll have a great anti-candida arsenal
OLE Garlic Nystatin Clean Diet Mouthwash Probiotics
HOW CAN THAT LOSE?! haha
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Is your skin cracking down there too? It does sound like yeast to me. I would try some Nystatin cream, your doc should have no problem prescribing that for you to try. I would think tea tree oil or garlic would cause burning pain. You could get some unsweetened yogurt and apply it. Many clinics can do a swab of your skin down there and examine/culture it for yeast. Planned parenthood has walk-ins for this kind of thing. Anyway, I would try some miconazole which is womens yeast infection cream until you can get a Rx for some Nystatin. I think Diflucan would be better but you are still going to want something for the skin.
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Yes, it is cracking as well, particularly near the tip. It feels very scaly there. It seems to have somewhat stabilized. I was able to sleep alright last night which was a huge relief.
That list looks great canefan. I just ordered OLE, garlic capsules, and Jason mouthwash. I already ordered a good probiotic yesterday. I've been following a clean diet for more than a month.
I'll get some miconazole while I'm waiting to see my doctor. Thanks for the tips!
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One more tip. Oveloading on the cheap acidophilus that is on the counter works too...clean diet or not.
If you eat like 120 billion units of plain acidophilus (PURE L-Acidophilus...not caseii or bifidus and all that mixed) for a couple days, it will really fight off the yeast. Your penis will be durable again in about 72 hours...trust me.
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hahahaha your penis will be durable again.
sorry, but that is funny.
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My "situation" has improved dramatically since upping the probiotic. Right now I'm taking 20 billion twice a day (2-3 hours after taking abx, which is also twice a day).
On the path back to durability.
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Glad to hear it!
I actually had to take VSL#3, which is 450 billion, DAILY while on abx. Some of us just need a ton of probiotics when in treatment. I'm glad the 20 billion is working for you because the VSL#3 is rather pricey.
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Good news Ian. Must be yeast! You know you can actually take some home made or unsweetened yogurt and apply it too, helps!
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