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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
scar on penis
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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scar on penis
by mullosk33, Jul 30, 2006 12:00AM
Hello Doctor,
I got a few warts removed from my penis via lazer surgery about a year and a half ago. The surgery left a fairly large scar on the underside of my shaft which is slowly fading with time. However, recently I spent a week at the beach and was in the water a lot. When I returned I noticed that that scar was basically pealing and was very dry. I put a little lotion on it so we shall see what happens. In your opinion, why do you think is causing this pealing.
I also noticed 2 very tiny (pin sized) red spots on the shaft of my penis. I just noticed this this morning. Could this also be cause by some kind of wet swin suit irritation? I don't think it's any sort of STD as I haven't had sex since this past Feburary (it was protected sex) and have been tested for Herpes 1 and 2. I have had oral herpes (cold sores) on my mouth but can't remember the last time I had a cold sore. I tested negative for genital herpes. Your expertise is greatly appreciated.
I got a few warts removed from my penis via lazer surgery about a year and a half ago. The surgery left a fairly large scar on the underside of my shaft which is slowly fading with time. However, recently I spent a week at the beach and was in the water a lot. When I returned I noticed that that scar was basically pealing and was very dry. I put a little lotion on it so we shall see what happens. In your opinion, why do you think is causing this pealing.
I also noticed 2 very tiny (pin sized) red spots on the shaft of my penis. I just noticed this this morning. Could this also be cause by some kind of wet swin suit irritation? I don't think it's any sort of STD as I haven't had sex since this past Feburary (it was protected sex) and have been tested for Herpes 1 and 2. I have had oral herpes (cold sores) on my mouth but can't remember the last time I had a cold sore. I tested negative for genital herpes. Your expertise is greatly appreciated.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Jul 31, 2006 12:00AM
, Jul 31, 2006 12:00AM
I don't know exactly what the peeling is, but I doubt it's of any significance. Maybe some mild irritation from the swimsuit. I'd ignore it.
As for the small spots, they don;t sound like anything wither, so I'd ignore them too.
Take care.
Dr. Rockoff
As for the small spots, they don;t sound like anything wither, so I'd ignore them too.
Take care.
Dr. Rockoff
