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What Causes Small Bumps On The Penis?

Posted on Sat, 24 Sep 2016

Question: I haven't had sex for over 4 years but now there are small bumps on my penis

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Fordyce spots

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
These white dots are enlarged sebaceous glands and are known as fordyce spots.
These are totally normal.
No treatment is required, slowly these dots will disappear.
Just apply aloevera cream to keep the area moist.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (8 minutes later)

what causes those spots

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (25 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Normal spots.

Detailed Answer:
Hello
These are just enlargement of sebaceous glands.
It is just a normal thing happening in body and is very common.
Slowly the glands will decrease in size and these spots will disappear.
Just relax you are safe.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng