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Found Tiny Red Spots Around Pubic Area And Few White Spots On Penis Shaft. Any Treatment?

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Posted on Fri, 15 Feb 2013
Question: I have a few tiny red spots around my pubic area along with a few white spots on my penis shaft. I am trying to identify these I have a photo if needed.
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Answered by Dr. Kalpana Pathak (12 minutes later)
Hi,
Thanks for writing.
Frankly from the description provided, it is hard to think of possible diagnosis. It could be a fungal infection or eczema etc.Uploading a good resolution image would be of immense help as dermatology is completely a visual field and diagnosis can't be made without having a look at the lesion.
I would also like to know
If its itchy
Since how long are you having it
Medicines used so far
Any other associated skin lesions


Hoping to hear from you soon. Take care.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Kalpana Pathak (3 minutes later)
I believe I've had them for almost one month. I have no other medical or skin issues. No treatment so far.

I thought I uploaded a photo, here is a link.
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Answered by Dr. Kalpana Pathak (22 minutes later)
Hi,
Thanks for writing back.
From the image that you have uploaded, these look like a viral infection of skin known as molluscum contagiosum. Molluscum is characterised by asymptomatic elevated pearly or fleshy papules.

As molluscum in genital area can spread to partner too, it should be immediately treated.

Application of salicylic acid, tretinoin creams, imiquimod creams ,potassium hydroxide cryotherapy etc help in healing of the lesion but takes few weeks time.
So I would suggest, you take an appointment with a dermatologist and either get the lesions removed by curettage or electro cautery. It's single sitting procedure and would help in treating the lesions immediately. After removal with either curettage or cautery, application of topical antibiotics would be required for couple of days for proper healing.

Hope that answers your query. In case if there is any doubt, kindly write back. I would be happy to assist you and should there be no query, we may close this discussion.

Wish you a speedy recovery. Take care.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Kalpana Pathak (3 minutes later)
Thank you, molluscum was my primary thought as well.
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Answered by Dr. Kalpana Pathak (3 minutes later)
Hi,
Book an appointment with your dermatologist to get these removed as early as possible. Right now these are small and so removal won't be painful.
Wish you a speedy recovery. Take care.
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Found Tiny Red Spots Around Pubic Area And Few White Spots On Penis Shaft. Any Treatment?

Hi,
Thanks for writing.
Frankly from the description provided, it is hard to think of possible diagnosis. It could be a fungal infection or eczema etc.Uploading a good resolution image would be of immense help as dermatology is completely a visual field and diagnosis can't be made without having a look at the lesion.
I would also like to know
If its itchy
Since how long are you having it
Medicines used so far
Any other associated skin lesions


Hoping to hear from you soon. Take care.