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Rash on head of penis
I have a red rash on the head of my penis that does not seem to go away. It does not itch or feel sore. Seems to abate somewhat but never goes away, comes back. Sometimes they seem to radiate from the base of the head to the tip, appear roundish and shiny on the surface. Have used hyrdrocortisone cream but does not seem to help. Masturbation seems to irritate and make it worse, especially with lubrications. I have had this for years, but seems to be worse lately. Would this be a yeast infection? I am single but always use a condom if I have sex.
My doctor thought it was a yeast infection and prescribed a micatin/hyderm ointment, 2:1.
Hi,
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There is no reason to panic since Fordyce’s Condition is both harmless and occurs in many adults.
Although no treatment is required, you can choose to apply Tretinoin gel or cream to the affected areas each day. This can reverse the effects of the condition over time and prevent it from getting any worse. To get the best results from Tretinoin you should use it along with alpha hydroxy acid agents which are normally used to treat acne.
You can use Accutane if the condition persists. When you stop treatment the condition will reappear unless you continue to use Tretinoin gel or cream afterwards.
Vaporising laser treatments such as CO2 laser or electro desiccation have been used with some success in diminishing the appearance of this condition if they are of cosmetic concern.
You could read more about this at -
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fordyce's_spot
Let us know if you need any other information.
Regards.
Glad the post was of some help to you.
There is no reason to panic since Fordyce’s Condition is both harmless and occurs in many adults.
Although no treatment is required, you can choose to apply Tretinoin gel or cream to the affected areas each day. This can reverse the effects of the condition over time and prevent it from getting any worse. To get the best results from Tretinoin you should use it along with alpha hydroxy acid agents which are normally used to treat acne.
You can use Accutane if the condition persists. When you stop treatment the condition will reappear unless you continue to use Tretinoin gel or cream afterwards.
Vaporising laser treatments such as CO2 laser or electro desiccation have been used with some success in diminishing the appearance of this condition if they are of cosmetic concern.
You could read more about this at -
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fordyce's_spot
Let us know if you need any other information.
Regards.
It appears that you may be have - pearly penile papules or fordyce spots. You would need to consult your doctor for a confirmed diagnosis.
Hi,
'Pearly penile papules are multiple, small (about 1-3mm) papules running around the circumference of the crown of the glans penis. They typically develop in men aged 20 to 40, and around 10 per cent of all men are affected. They may be mistaken for warts, are not infectious and require no treatment.'
'Fordyce spots are small (1-5mm) bright red or purple papules that can appear on the glans, shaft or scrotum and usually affect younger men. They may occur as a solitary lesion, but frequently appear in crops of 50 to 100. They are painless and not itchy, but may cause embarrassment because of their appearance, or a fear that they might be sexually transmitted. '
Let us know if you need any further information.
Post us about what your doctor advises.
Regards.
Hi,
'Pearly penile papules are multiple, small (about 1-3mm) papules running around the circumference of the crown of the glans penis. They typically develop in men aged 20 to 40, and around 10 per cent of all men are affected. They may be mistaken for warts, are not infectious and require no treatment.'
'Fordyce spots are small (1-5mm) bright red or purple papules that can appear on the glans, shaft or scrotum and usually affect younger men. They may occur as a solitary lesion, but frequently appear in crops of 50 to 100. They are painless and not itchy, but may cause embarrassment because of their appearance, or a fear that they might be sexually transmitted. '
Let us know if you need any further information.
Post us about what your doctor advises.
Regards.
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