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What Causes White Patch Behind Penis?
Question: hello sir,
I have observed white, non-itchy patch on the back portion of my penis skin. It is painless. i hav tried applying moisturiser cream but didnt find any results. i have attached 3 images of it. kindly suggest what would be the problem?
I have observed white, non-itchy patch on the back portion of my penis skin. It is painless. i hav tried applying moisturiser cream but didnt find any results. i have attached 3 images of it. kindly suggest what would be the problem?
Brief Answer:
It could be STI or multiple sebaceous cyst
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX
Thanks for posting your question
Looking at your history and photographs it could be any of following
STI like Molluscum contagiosum genital warts
Multiple sebaceous cyst
To help you better I would like further information like
1.any history of unprotected sexual exposure in recent past
2.Since how long you are having such bumps
3.Whether it itches or not
4. Any discharge ( if it is there)
If you can update me about these details I will be able to tell you the exact diagnosis
waiting for your reply
best wishes
It could be STI or multiple sebaceous cyst
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX
Thanks for posting your question
Looking at your history and photographs it could be any of following
STI like Molluscum contagiosum genital warts
Multiple sebaceous cyst
To help you better I would like further information like
1.any history of unprotected sexual exposure in recent past
2.Since how long you are having such bumps
3.Whether it itches or not
4. Any discharge ( if it is there)
If you can update me about these details I will be able to tell you the exact diagnosis
waiting for your reply
best wishes
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
I have not involved in any sexual contacts....i am having these patches since 5 to 6 months.. It is not itchy and No discharge...
Thank u
Thank u
Brief Answer:
multiple sebaceous cyst
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX
thank you so much for your reply
this could be multiple sebaceous cyst
you should consult a general surgeon for examination and confirmation of diagnosis
This can be removed surgically or left untreated depending upon the site and inconvenience caused by it
Maintain good hygiene
don't puncture or press it which can lead to spread of infection
Hope this addresses your question
please do not hesitate to ask for more information/ clarification if need be
wishing you good health
Take care
multiple sebaceous cyst
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX
thank you so much for your reply
this could be multiple sebaceous cyst
you should consult a general surgeon for examination and confirmation of diagnosis
This can be removed surgically or left untreated depending upon the site and inconvenience caused by it
Maintain good hygiene
don't puncture or press it which can lead to spread of infection
Hope this addresses your question
please do not hesitate to ask for more information/ clarification if need be
wishing you good health
Take care
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Shanthi.E
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