Hi, I Noticed This Spot In My Pubic Hairs. I

Posted on Mon, 4 May 2020

Question: Hi, I noticed this spot in my pubic hairs. I was concerned in case it was herpes. What do you think?

Answered by Dr. R.G. Joshi (26 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
please upload images

Detailed Answer:
Hello, thanks for writing here and trusting us.

Please upload the images of your skin lesions .This will be helpful for diagnosis and I can guide you in a better way.

We hope our discussion will continue further when you upload images.

Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. R.G. Joshi (8 hours later)

Hi, I asked this question a few weeks ago however it turned out to be nothing. I do have these spots on my hip though that have been there for 2 weeks. I was wondering if you could take a look :)

Follow up: Dr. R.G. Joshi (1 minute later)

pictures attached

Answered by Dr. R.G. Joshi (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Still images not visible

Detailed Answer:
Hello, thanks for follow up.

But I am still unable to see images uploaded by you. Sorry for inconvenience to you.But I request you to upload images once more.

You can also send the photos at YYYY@YYYY and address it to my name: Dr R. G. Joshi

Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. R.G. Joshi (12 hours later)

Thanks, I sent the email :)

Answered by Dr. R.G. Joshi (9 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Lesion suggest molluscum probably.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,thanks for follow up with images.

Lesion seen as in images suggest molluscum.

It is viral infection by pox virus.It can be transmitted sexually and truama while removing pubic hairs.

Lesion has central punctum with whitish material containing molluscum bodies.

A number of treatment options are available for it such as curretage, liquid nitrogen , cautery etc. A dermatologist is needed for such treatment.

At times lesions can subside on it's own . Recent image sent by you probably indiacte healing and I will advise you to wait for some time.
A topical antibiotic may be applied such as fucidic acid will be helpful.

Herpetic lesions are more agreesive and painful.They occur more over shaft ,glans and produce ulcers.

I hope this will help you.Free feel to ask in case of any concern.

Thanks

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana