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please does anyone know what this is?

ive had this for abour 9-10 months and i think that its getting a bit larger
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It's not pearly penile papule, that's for sure, it could be very severe sebacious prominence though, which is also not serious in the slightest and considered normal, i have something similar to yourself but on a much much smaller scale, i'd get to the doctors to be sure if i were you.
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u realy need to see a doc that is not pearly penile not even close pearly penile is not serious at all but that looks like something not good doctor doctor quick man!
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yea but why is it discolouring?
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Hi,

You should not worry so much. The chances that this is penile cancer are negligible.

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

This could also be genital warts, but nothing can be said with surety without a clinical examination.

'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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