Povidone-iodine is also known as iodo-povidone. It is an antiseptic used as a skin disinfecting agent before and after surgery. Povidone-iodine is used to disinfect the hands of physicians and the skin of the person they care for. It is also used in case of minor wounds.
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There was a cut on my penis after masturbation. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor,I injured the head of my penis, during masturbation, with a toilet paper roll. The cut seems to be half a centimeter long and blood came out but the bleeding stopped almost immediately. I used water to clean it (the blood seems to be stuck there) and then Betadine. Should I see a doctor... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If bleeding has stopped it is not necessary to see a doctor. Just apply Betadine (Povidone-Iodine) as already done by you and clean with Savlon (antiseptic) solution. Avoid masturbation for five to seven days. With this management, it may bleed again. In that case, you... Read Full »
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