i have those little bumps on my penis to and i was wondering if there is a way to get rid of them?
Pinster of all the symptoms I've read about, yours sound the most like mine. I have similar bumps on my chest but they're more prominent on my scrotum and penis. I've tried different recommended ointments and such but nothing's really worked. I've always been confused what it was because I've had it for many years (I've always been too embarrassed to say I need to see a doctor about it). I never thought it was an std because it started before I even kissed a girl and even though I wash that area more than any other part of me, I still have much clearer skin on my face than that area. If you've had any luck I'd GREATLY appreciate some insight.
Dear Very Concerned...
I understand that there is a definite need for concern when it comes to your own genital area. With all the sexual propaganda fed to us since the middle of gradeschool it is very common that the little hypochondriac inside us all wakes up at the sight of anything irregular. What you are describing is something that is not at all uncommon. What you are experiencing is the appearance of hair follicles (sporadically placed around the scrotum and at the base of the penis) and subaceous glands which excrete natural oil, to keep your penis moisturized. You'll realize that these bumps, if they are hair follicles, if you gently pull on the hair they will become raised as they would on your leg or arm. As for the subaceous glands, these tend to be more evident on the underside of the penis and appear as white bumps when at full erection, or when the skin of the penis is pulled taut. THIS IS NOT UNCOMMON! If you are really really concerned than I would consult a physician. But there are a few things I'd like to recommend. Do not use moisturizing or non-hypoallegenic lotions on the penis as this may clog these glands and cause then to become inflamed. As well.. if you're in the habit of wearing a towel for prolonged periods of time after a shower..this may cause folliculitis..an inflamation of the follicles in the genital region. Best of luck to you.
Sincerely, Triple5soul
My advice is to ignore these bumps, which are small cysts that are part of you and common on the scrotum and penis. Popping them is pointless. You ought to show them to a doctor next time you go, so you can be reassured and forget about them. They aren't going anywhere and they don't need to.
Take care.
Dr. Rockoff
Hi this sounds like my problem I have, I have had it for a long time like yourslef and in the same areas.
I have never been sure what it is, I assume they are just blocked pores but I am very hygenic and shower every day.
I know I shouldn't but when I squeeze one thick white plaque like stuff comes out of it, in a similar form to a black head.
Some can be really hard to pop and I have used a needle in the past to get rid of the things.
I have only had one partner so far which I met a long time after I had these and had un protected intercourse for 4 years and she never seemed affected, so I am unsure what is wrong with me........
Am I using the wrong soap or something? Thanks for any advice! :)
so have you been to a doctor and ask him what it is? and are your bumps all up the shaft to and didnt use to be?