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What Causes Red Spots Above The Penis In The Pubic Hair Area?

I'm a 25 year old male, 5'9", 150 pounds. Never have had any allergies or any health issues ever. For the last several weeks I've noticed smaller red spots or blotches of sort directly above my penis in the pubic hair area and also on my inner thighs. I started shaving this area for the first time several months ago and the area was always irritated and red. I was having unprotected sex with my girlfriend of the time and never had any issues then. Now over four months later these spots show up. They do NOT hurt, itch or feel raised above the skin. They actually seem to get more red after long days at work where I move, stand and sweat. Now after I wash the area and I've been using hydro-cortisone cream they actually fade away drastically. They come back though and never go away completely. I've also not shaved the area anymore thinking it could be tied in with that. Again there is no pain, no itching or any other weird colors, odors, puss or anything being secreted. Does this sound like a skin irritation, heat rash or something horrible? Thanks for any insight, it's much appreciated.
Mon, 25 Aug 2014
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General Surgeon 's  Response
Hi. Thanks for a detailed description. Its much helpful. It seems like it could have been triggered by the shaving but has an element of fungal infection called tinea cruris. I would advise that do not shave the area as you have already stopped and apply anti fungal cream or powder on the area twice a day after washing and drying it. Your problem should ger resolved with that. Take care. Dr Rishi, New Delhi, India.
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What Causes Red Spots Above The Penis In The Pubic Hair Area?

Hi. Thanks for a detailed description. Its much helpful. It seems like it could have been triggered by the shaving but has an element of fungal infection called tinea cruris. I would advise that do not shave the area as you have already stopped and apply anti fungal cream or powder on the area twice a day after washing and drying it. Your problem should ger resolved with that. Take care. Dr Rishi, New Delhi, India.