Penile Infection

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Penile Infection

Dr Tan Kok Kuan

Men’s Health & Sexual Health Doctor

MBBS (S’pore), Cert. Men’s Health, Cert. Clinical Dermatology,Member, Academy for Men’s Health (Singapore)Member, Singapore Association for the Study of ObesityMember, International Society of Sexual Medicine

Infections of the penis can occur on the surface (skin) of the penis or in the urinary tract (urethra). It is important to note that not all Penile Infection are sexually transmitted, and Dr Tan will advise you accordingly if your partner should be treated to prevent re-infection.

Infections can have symptoms such as:

  1. Rashes
  2. Ulcers
  3. Itch
  4. Pain or discomfort passing urine
  5. Discharge from the penis

Tests that are performed include:

  1. Physical examination
  2. Skin swab tests
  3. Urine tests
  4. Blood tests

Common sexually and non-sexually transmitted infections include:

  1. Chlamydia
  2. Herpes
  3. Gonorrhea
  4. Syphilis
  5. Staphylococcus
  6. Candida
  7. Streptococcus

Safe, effective diagnoses

Immediate treatment for quick alleviation of symptoms

Strategies to prevent re-infection

Our Doctor

Dr Tan Kok Kuan

Men’s Health & Sexual Health Doctor

MBBS (S’pore), Cert. Men’s Health, Cert. Clinical Dermatology,Member, Academy for Men’s Health (Singapore)Member, Singapore Association for the Study of ObesityMember, International Society of Sexual Medicine

Dr Tan Kok Kuan is an experienced doctor specialising in men's health, sexual health and medical weight loss. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he offers confidential and effective screening and treatment services. Notably, Dr Tan was one of the key authors of Singapore’s National HIV PrEP Guidelines and the national blueprint to end HIV transmission by 2030. Dr Tan frequently speaks at local and international conferences and has been featured in the media, where he helps raise public awareness around men’s health and sexual health.

“Every patient deserves our fullest attention.”

If you have any queries, please contact us at 6513 0359 or use the contact form below.

Dr Tan Medical Centre

10 Sinaran Drive #09-30, Novena Medical Centre, Singapore 307506

Tel: (+65) 6513 0359 WhatsApp: (+65) 9750 5037

Operating Hours:

Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays