HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Causes Recurring Reddish Blister On Penile Head?

default
Posted on Wed, 21 Jan 2015
Question: I need help to identify what this is, i have been tested for herpes and orher stds and my results came back clean, i get this red blister every few weeks on my penile head. Can anyone please help me
doctor
Answered by Dr. Sankaranantham Murugan (43 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Blisters not visible. Able to see the red spot over Glans penis.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HCM
Thanks for posting your query

Blisters recurring every few weeks suggest the possibility of Genital Herpes infection. But it appears usually as multiple or grouped vesicles. Single blister is rare. Moreover it would contain clear fluid and the blister will rupture within 6- 12 hours and give rise to ulcers which can heal with or without medicines within a week or two, if it is due to Genital herpes. Even if there is no recent sexual contact also, it can recur for years.
In the picture sent by you. I am able to see the red spot over the glans penis and not exactly the blister.
This type of redness could occur due to any irritation to the covering structure of the glans penis like soap or applications etc.
It is better to consult a Dermato-Venereologist. He/she will examine and able to fix your problem.
Get well soon.
Dr S.Murugan
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
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Sankaranantham Murugan

HIV AIDS Specialist

Practicing since :1974

Answered : 3108 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Dermatologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
What Causes Recurring Reddish Blister On Penile Head?

Brief Answer: Blisters not visible. Able to see the red spot over Glans penis. Detailed Answer: Hi, Welcome to HCM Thanks for posting your query Blisters recurring every few weeks suggest the possibility of Genital Herpes infection. But it appears usually as multiple or grouped vesicles. Single blister is rare. Moreover it would contain clear fluid and the blister will rupture within 6- 12 hours and give rise to ulcers which can heal with or without medicines within a week or two, if it is due to Genital herpes. Even if there is no recent sexual contact also, it can recur for years. In the picture sent by you. I am able to see the red spot over the glans penis and not exactly the blister. This type of redness could occur due to any irritation to the covering structure of the glans penis like soap or applications etc. It is better to consult a Dermato-Venereologist. He/she will examine and able to fix your problem. Get well soon. Dr S.Murugan