What is causing my inflamed penis with redness and itching at the foreskin and pee hole? - #54343

From an Ayurvedic perspective, this condition can be explained as Pittaja–Kapha imbalance with local Shotha (inflammation) and mild Mutravaha srotas irritation. –Internal Medicines: 1)Suvarna Vangaeshwar Rasa – 1 tablet BD after food 2)Gandhak Rasayan – 1 tablet bd after food 3)Ashwagandha Lehyam – 1 teaspoon at bedtime with warm milk 4)Musali Pak – 1 teaspoon BD after meals with milk —External Application: 5)Bala Taila – Local application over affected area twice daily —Advice: Avoid spicy, sour, and heat-producing foods Maintain local hygiene with lukewarm water only Keep area dry and avoid chemical soaps/products Adequate rest and hydration

This condition in Ayurveda is commonly understood as Pitta–Kapha imbalance affecting the genital skin (Twak & Shukra dhatu), often presenting like Shishnashotha / balanitis. Possible Causes: Use of new soaps or chemical products → causes local irritation (Pitta aggravation) Poor drying or moisture under foreskin → fungal/bacterial growth (Kapha) Excess heat in body, spicy or acidic diet Friction, tight clothing, or improper hygiene Ayurvedic View: Inflammation (redness, itching, mild blockage) indicates Pitta (heat) + Kapha (stickiness, swelling) imbalance in a sensitive area. Simple Ayurvedic Management: Gently wash with lukewarm water or Triphala decoction 1–2 times daily Apply pure coconut oil or neem oil (thin layer) for soothing and antimicrobial effect Keep area clean, dry, and well-ventilated Avoid soaps, perfumes, and chemical products temporarily Wear loose cotton undergarments Diet Advice: Avoid spicy, fried, sour foods, alcohol Take cooling foods like coconut water, cucumber, amla