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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Balanitis vs. Pearly Papules
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.
Balanitis vs. Pearly Papules
by ramcy, Nov 26, 2007 08:41AM
Hello, Dr.
I have minute, tiny white bumps at the base of the glans and some tiny, tiny bumps on the foreskin as well. I went to a dermatologist and he diagnosed me with balanitis and prescirbed me to bathe twice a day, once in the morning and once at night, dry thoroughly and apply "Clioquinol 3% with Hydrocortisone 1% cream" after I bathe. I did this for 10 days straight and my situation remains the same. I have scheduled another appointment with the dermatologist again. In the meantime, I went to another doctor to get a second opinion and this other doctor told me that I have pearly papules. So my question is: How is Balanitis differentiated from Pearly Papules? And is there anything I else I should be aware of, cautious, or do to remedy and prevent this problem?
Much appreciated for your help and advice.
Also, I read that constipation and flatulence are symptoms of Candidiasis, is this true?
Thank you.
I have minute, tiny white bumps at the base of the glans and some tiny, tiny bumps on the foreskin as well. I went to a dermatologist and he diagnosed me with balanitis and prescirbed me to bathe twice a day, once in the morning and once at night, dry thoroughly and apply "Clioquinol 3% with Hydrocortisone 1% cream" after I bathe. I did this for 10 days straight and my situation remains the same. I have scheduled another appointment with the dermatologist again. In the meantime, I went to another doctor to get a second opinion and this other doctor told me that I have pearly papules. So my question is: How is Balanitis differentiated from Pearly Papules? And is there anything I else I should be aware of, cautious, or do to remedy and prevent this problem?
Much appreciated for your help and advice.
Also, I read that constipation and flatulence are symptoms of Candidiasis, is this true?
Thank you.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Nov 26, 2007 10:21PM
, Nov 26, 2007 10:21PM
To: ramcy
Balanitis means eczema--red, dry, scaly skin. This has nothing to do with little bumps like the ones you describe. I think you should get another opinion, and then forget about these spots.
Constipation and flatulence are not symptoms of candida of the skin
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Constipation and flatulence are not symptoms of candida of the skin
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
