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What Does A Red Line On Penis Indicate?
Question: I have a red line on the bottom of my penis, that follows down the center along with some bumps,. It was very itchy last night. Does not look like harpies. Which I do have. that comes & goes 1-2 times a year.
Brief Answer:
hi and welcome
Detailed Answer:
Considering this photo and description there is no need to worry. This is penis raphe which is normally seen in all men. Sometimes it can be irritated and inflamed due to heat,I bury,allergy or bacterial infection. This is usually self limiting if you about irritation,keep clean and dry this area and avoid synthetic clothes. Also,mild steroid creams can be used. Other possible causes are herpes or other viral Infections or dermatological diseases but it doesn't looks like it at this point
hi and welcome
Detailed Answer:
Considering this photo and description there is no need to worry. This is penis raphe which is normally seen in all men. Sometimes it can be irritated and inflamed due to heat,I bury,allergy or bacterial infection. This is usually self limiting if you about irritation,keep clean and dry this area and avoid synthetic clothes. Also,mild steroid creams can be used. Other possible causes are herpes or other viral Infections or dermatological diseases but it doesn't looks like it at this point
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