Red Rash

[Yache05]

Throughout the past 2 or 3 days i have noticed a rash in my genitial area. I have tiny red bumps or so it seems on the shaft of my penis. And a rather large area of red on the head of my penis. Im not quite sure what this is, none of this itches at all. I rubbed a cream of this and the area of red on the head of my penis seemed to very small bumps that you cannot really see with your eyes. I am sexual active and have been so for a year now with the same girl, but this outbreak is just now starting to occur. I'm not sure if its an STD or not

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

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

'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.