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Can I use Retin-A on my penis?

shake70Sep 7, 2015
my penis has gained a very rough texture from dry masturbation is there anyway to fix it with retin a it's also very discolored, wrinkly and bumpy. I did some research on retin a and I know a few things about it. I have read that it can cause a lot of irritation and i'm ok with that as long as it doesn't cause more damage.

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Retin A is an excellent anti-aging product. If you are discontinuing use, you may want to use a ceramide moisturizer such as Elevase Moisture Booster and use Retin A once weekly. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

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