White lumps on penis

[Captain_Anarchy]

Hey,

I have just noticed these white lumps on the tip of my penis. after about an hour of searching online I found this picture which looks like what I have.

I'm 19 and have had sexual intercourse. Any answers would be much appreciated.

Thanks.


http://www.visualdxhealth.com/images/dx/webAdult/lichenPlanus_47795_lg.jpg

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

I am sorry the picture would not open. But it would still be best to have it checked out - just to put all your doubts to rest.

Glad to know that the post was of help to you and thank you for the appreciation.

You would hopefully understand the limitations of this form of communication - so please baer with us. Do follow up and keep us posted about how your appointment with the doctor goes.

Let us know if you need any other information and post us on how you are doing.

Regards.

[Captain_Anarchy]

Wow thanks for the quick reply :)

I will book an appointment tomorrow but it usually takes about a week before I will get seen. I have looked into what you said it could be. I don't think it's "fordyce spots" but it could be "pearly penile papules". It looks like that but its not just exclusive to the ring. its all over the head of the penis.

As this is all anonymous ( gotta love the internet) I have taken a pic and would really appreciate it if you could confirm that it is "pearly penile papules".

Thank you so much, I think what you are doing is briliant.

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g142/Unlimited4/DSC_00052.jpg

(sorry picture quility is pretty bad but you can still get the gist of it).

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

This could be - pearly penile papules or fordyce spots. You would need to consult your doctor for a confirmed diagnosis.

'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.