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What Causes A Red Lump On The Penis Head?

Hi, About 3 weeks ago I noticed a single red bump on the head of my penis. No pus or discharge but just a bump. Had the doctor look at it and she ruled out any std s or herpes due to the fact that I had an std test about a year prior and haven t had sex since and it did not look like herpes. I stupidly picked at it about 2 weeks ago and a scab formed. Now 2 weeks of neosporin the scab is as big as ever and appears to have a yellow crust to it. Any idea what this can be and how to heal it??? No pain or other issues.
Wed, 7 Jun 2017
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

This indicates a benign mole type lesion turning into scab with crust.

Recommendations for faster recovery are:
• Surgical dressing with deep cleansing with normal saline, hydrogen peroxide and then application of antibacterial, antifungal cream on alternate day basis till healing.
• Need of systemic antibiotics and anti-inflammatory agents depend upon the clinical evaluation or at least a high resolution photograph of the same.
• Avoid sexual activities.
• Keep the part clean and dry.
• Wear loose, clean, and cotton undergarments.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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What Causes A Red Lump On The Penis Head?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. This indicates a benign mole type lesion turning into scab with crust. Recommendations for faster recovery are: • Surgical dressing with deep cleansing with normal saline, hydrogen peroxide and then application of antibacterial, antifungal cream on alternate day basis till healing. • Need of systemic antibiotics and anti-inflammatory agents depend upon the clinical evaluation or at least a high resolution photograph of the same. • Avoid sexual activities. • Keep the part clean and dry. • Wear loose, clean, and cotton undergarments. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel