
Dry skin on penis or eczema on the pennis? Causes, symptoms, and fixes

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Dec 02, 2025 · 14 min read
Dry, flaky, or itchy skin on your penis is uncomfortable and can be worrying. Here is how to tell if it is simple irritation, eczema on the pennis, or something that needs a doctor’s visit, and what actually helps it heal. “Most dry skin on the penis turns out to be irritation, not an STI, ...