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What Causes Red/purple Dots Under The Skin On Tip Of Penis?

I have red/purple dots under the surface of of the skin on the tip of my penis. I m on vacation, have been in the ocean, and masturbated in the shower a few times in the past 3 days. I have a girlfriend but she said she is clean. I m hoping it is due to a mixture of ocean water and masturbation and not an STD. Does that sound possible or should I get checked?
Mon, 31 Jan 2022
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Hello,

You have developed red / purple dots under the skin on the tip of your penis. you are sexually active. Such symptoms commonly occur due to bruise, blood sot, allergic reaction, STD, etc. Since you are sexually active, be gentle with yourself while self pleasuring, avoid rough sex , wear soft cotton clothes or soft fabric that does not increase friction and cause hurt/ bruise.

Avoid sex for a couple of days, let it get healed. You can apply ointment Thrombophob on the affected area to reduce blood spots & to clear off the purple bruise. You can get STD tests done to stay on the safer side (both partners), if positive you will be treated with antibiotics/ antivirals. In case redness, swelling and pain occur lately, you should get yourself clinically examined by a urologist / GP.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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What Causes Red/purple Dots Under The Skin On Tip Of Penis?

Hello, You have developed red / purple dots under the skin on the tip of your penis. you are sexually active. Such symptoms commonly occur due to bruise, blood sot, allergic reaction, STD, etc. Since you are sexually active, be gentle with yourself while self pleasuring, avoid rough sex , wear soft cotton clothes or soft fabric that does not increase friction and cause hurt/ bruise. Avoid sex for a couple of days, let it get healed. You can apply ointment Thrombophob on the affected area to reduce blood spots & to clear off the purple bruise. You can get STD tests done to stay on the safer side (both partners), if positive you will be treated with antibiotics/ antivirals. In case redness, swelling and pain occur lately, you should get yourself clinically examined by a urologist / GP. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician