Small bump on underside of penis

[rikem]

Hello,

Around a month ago, I was attacked with around 20 chigger bites on my waist line and legs.  At this same time I first noticed a bump on the underside of my penis near the tip.  I was bothered, but I figured it was another bug bite.  I have applied a product called "chiggerex" (Active ingredient: Benzocaine 5.0%) and triple antibiotic ointment to the bites, with the exception of the one on my penis, as I don't want to accidentally hurt myself.  The bites on the rest of my body itched very badly, however the one on my private area has not really been a problem other than looks and my own personal paranoia.  It has a slightly raised circular appearance with an obvious dimple in the middle, the entire bump around 1-2mm, but is not domed but rather flat.  No color variation from the rest of my skin.  The bump is also relatively firm and doesn't seem as if there are any fluids inside.  The bites on my body are almost finished healing, however there has been no change in this particular bump's appearance since the day it was noticed.  

I went to my doctor and received an std cotton-swab test and visual inspection 8 days ago.  She has stated that she doesn't believe it to be an std and my test did come back negative.  Sexual history over the past 3 years includes two partners, the most recent being 2 months ago, who both stated they had received testing and told me they had no problems (however I took them at their word and didn't ask to see proof).

My question is, from this description, would you be able to deduce that this would be something other than a chigger bite?  If this is simply a bite that is taking a long time to heal, would you suggest any particular OTC ointments or medications that would have no problem being applied to such a "sensitive" area?  I have a routine appointment scheduled with my doctor in 18 days, and plan to have her look at it if it hasn't healed by then.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

I am glad the post was of some help to you. Do let us know how you are doing.

Post us about what your doctor advises and if you have any other doubts.

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Regards

[rikem]

Thank you very much for your response.  I will begin using your advice right away and let you know how I make out.

Thanks again,
rikem

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

You need to wash the areas several times with fresh water. Do not use any cosmetic products at the sites.

Apply calamine lotion at the site of the lesions and see if it helps. You could take some oral antihistamine medications like cetrizine or loratadine. You need to maintain a good personal hygiene .

Anti-itch drugs, often antihistamine, may reduce the itch during a flare up of eczema, and the reduced scratching in turn reduces damage and irritation to the skin.

For mild-moderate eczema a weak steroid may be used (e.g. hydrocortisone or desonide), whilst more severe cases require a higher-potency steroid (e.g. clobetasol propionate, fluocinonide).

Eczema can be exacerbated by dryness of the skin. Moisturizing is one of the most important self-care treatments for sufferers of eczema. Keeping the affected area moistened can promote skin healing and relief of symptoms.

Let us know if you need any further information.

It would be advisable to consult a skin specialist for your symptoms and a proper clinical examination.

Let us know if you need any other information and post us on how you are doing.

Regards.