Rash on penis what is it?

[mikejoe]

Ive had this rash on my penis for a couple of years.  I first noticed it about two years ago I have redness around the foreskin of my penis and i have little white bumps near the bottom of the head of my penis.  I got this rash before i ever had sex when i was sixteen and i dont know what it is ive tried looking up about it on the internet, but couldnt realize it.  I got it checked out and it was said to have been a yeast infection and i was prescribed antibiotics but it didnt go away.  I just would like to know what it possibly is and what i can do to get rid of it.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

This could be - pearly penile papules or fordyce spots. You would need to consult your doctor for a confirmed diagnosis.

This could also be genital warts, but nothing can be said with surety without a clinical examination.

'Pearly penile papules are multiple, small (about 1-3mm) papules running around the circumference of the crown of the glans penis. They typically develop in men aged 20 to 40, and around 10 per cent of all men are affected. They may be mistaken for warts, are not infectious and require no treatment.'

'Fordyce spots are small (1-5mm) bright red or purple papules that can appear on the glans, shaft or scrotum and usually affect younger men. They may occur as a solitary lesion, but frequently appear in crops of 50 to 100. They are painless and not itchy, but may cause embarrassment because of their appearance, or a fear that they might be sexually transmitted. '

Let us know if you need any further information.

Post us about what your doctor advises.

Regards.