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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Red Shiney Spot of Penis Head Ridge
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Red Shiney Spot of Penis Head Ridge
by baseball8900, May 06, 2008 09:28AM
I have a red shiny spot on the ridge of my penis. It is about 1/8 inch long. . I have never noticed it before - however, maybe its always been there.
My penis has been irritated as of late. I am very active and think that my underwear may be the problem.
I am worried that it may be herpes however. I did have unprotected oral sex a month ago.
Again, it is red and shiny - on the ridge of my penis. My penis head seems to be sore from time to time almost as if i have masterbated too much (which I have not). Nor have I had a great deal of sex. So it cant be friction from that.
If I caught herpes - and I had a genital outbreak - would there be Sores and lessions that break ? I did not have a sore or lession. However, maybe this is one ? Some days - it does not bother me at all. Some days - I notice it.
I am very worried.
Can you help me please ?
My penis has been irritated as of late. I am very active and think that my underwear may be the problem.
I am worried that it may be herpes however. I did have unprotected oral sex a month ago.
Again, it is red and shiny - on the ridge of my penis. My penis head seems to be sore from time to time almost as if i have masterbated too much (which I have not). Nor have I had a great deal of sex. So it cant be friction from that.
If I caught herpes - and I had a genital outbreak - would there be Sores and lessions that break ? I did not have a sore or lession. However, maybe this is one ? Some days - it does not bother me at all. Some days - I notice it.
I am very worried.
Can you help me please ?
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, May 06, 2008 08:17PM
, May 06, 2008 08:17PMTo: baseball8900
Red shiny spots are not what herpes looks like. This is most likely just some irritation. If I were you, I would wait a week or so, and if you're still worried, show it to a doctor. But it doesn't sound like herpes.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Thanks for your prompt answer.
Thanks, I feel better.