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Is It Safe To Use Hydrocortisone Cream For Penile Papules?
Question: Will hydrocortisone cream make pearly penile papules disappear over time? If not then what will? I love this app you guys help out alot!
Brief Answer:
better to leave it as it is
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Peraly penile papules are normal.
You don't need to remove them.
Hydrocortisone won't be helpful.
1% glycolic acid cream might be if some help but can cause burning sensation.
I would suggest you to leave it as it is.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you
better to leave it as it is
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Peraly penile papules are normal.
You don't need to remove them.
Hydrocortisone won't be helpful.
1% glycolic acid cream might be if some help but can cause burning sensation.
I would suggest you to leave it as it is.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you
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