a cyst ( i think) at the foot of my penis. at the pubic hair area

[mcCas]

what should i do? i have a cyst or a lump (or whatever u call it) at the foot of my penis, at the pubic hair area..what do u think is it? is it safe  or something i should worry about or have it remove?.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
HPV is human papilloma virus which is responsible for causing warts. Warts are tumours or growths of the skin caused by infection with Human Papillomavirus (HPV).They are contagious when in contact with the skin of an infected person.

I hope it helps. take care and regards.

[mcCas]

thanks..for now, im not doing anything about it but maybe i`ll try seeing a doctor..whats HPV?

i`m fund of messing up with it,,.haha..i`ll avoid it now.thanks a lot.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Without examination, confirmation of a diagnosis is tough but it can be contact dermatitis,rash due to friction rub,folliculitis,cysts or genital warts(caused by HPV infection).

Apply warm compresses, Neosporin ointment and calamine lotion and avoid messing with it.You  can take anti-inflammatory pain killers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen. If the lump persists then it will be best to get it evaluated from a dermatologist.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.