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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
bumps on and near glans
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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bumps on and near glans
by matt75, Dec 28, 2004 12:00AM
Greetings-
For approximately 4 weeks I have endured a number of small bumps: one cluster of 8 or 9 on the outer edge of the glans, a cluster of of 4 or 5 smaller ones on the circumsized foreskin, and one small bump on a remote edge of the glans. These bumps are non-dry, slightly red and if aggravated by friction, shiny. They do not seem to be cyst-like. They are not painful, but if aggravated by friction the large cluster becomes sensitive. They have appeared to diminish several weeks ago but returned to "normal".
I am concerned that these may be warts via HPV, but my research of the matter would place the chances of this as very slim. I have had 3 partners in my lifetime, and only one sexual partner in the last 5 years, and she has received multiple clean pap tests as part of her regular examinations with no abnormalities or other conditions present. I have swabbed my affected area with white vinegar in attempts to see if the litmus-like conditions showed anything turning white, but nothing appeared to happen, though I am aware that I may have done something incorrectly/am not a professional/etc.
My partner and I do have protected sex without a condom. We have discussed our monogamy and I do trust her confidence.
So, what’s left? I am aware that I may have caused this condition via friction, and I haven’t taken any specific care beyond leaving the area alone for a few days at a time. (hormones encourage bothering this place often)
I am able to provide images if it would be helpful. I appreciate this forum since I am a self employed contractor with no medical insurance and do not like spending tons of cash on personal help, especially if there’s nothing wrong with me.
Best of regards,
-matt
For approximately 4 weeks I have endured a number of small bumps: one cluster of 8 or 9 on the outer edge of the glans, a cluster of of 4 or 5 smaller ones on the circumsized foreskin, and one small bump on a remote edge of the glans. These bumps are non-dry, slightly red and if aggravated by friction, shiny. They do not seem to be cyst-like. They are not painful, but if aggravated by friction the large cluster becomes sensitive. They have appeared to diminish several weeks ago but returned to "normal".
I am concerned that these may be warts via HPV, but my research of the matter would place the chances of this as very slim. I have had 3 partners in my lifetime, and only one sexual partner in the last 5 years, and she has received multiple clean pap tests as part of her regular examinations with no abnormalities or other conditions present. I have swabbed my affected area with white vinegar in attempts to see if the litmus-like conditions showed anything turning white, but nothing appeared to happen, though I am aware that I may have done something incorrectly/am not a professional/etc.
My partner and I do have protected sex without a condom. We have discussed our monogamy and I do trust her confidence.
So, what’s left? I am aware that I may have caused this condition via friction, and I haven’t taken any specific care beyond leaving the area alone for a few days at a time. (hormones encourage bothering this place often)
I am able to provide images if it would be helpful. I appreciate this forum since I am a self employed contractor with no medical insurance and do not like spending tons of cash on personal help, especially if there’s nothing wrong with me.
Best of regards,
-matt
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Dec 29, 2004 12:00AM
, Dec 29, 2004 12:00AM
Warts are unlikely, since these seem to have appeared rather suddenly and affect the glans, which warts typically don't. That's a generalization, though, and proper diagnosis requires visual inspection. If friction caused them (and it well may have), they ought to go away on 2-3 weeks if you leave them alone, lubricate well during sex, and so forth. If they're still there, I think you should consider spending the cost of the single visit it will take to set you straight.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
