Many Thanks Doctor... I apologize for the number of follow up questions but appreciate your responses.. You have a remarkable resume and your expertise is quite impressive!
I can't give any more specific advice than I have. From your description, I can't even tell whether you are describing normal variations in the appearance of your skin or something abnormal. Seeing ahealth care provider is the only way to know. It seems unlikely you have anything serious that would make it harmful to wait, but of course I cannot guarantee that. Whatever is going on, almost certainly it's not an STD--and that's where my expertise and advice come to an end.
HHH, MD
Do these threads become inactive after any period of time? I hate to have so many follow up questions but just wanted some peace of mind to my burning.
Wow your very quick on the replies! Thank you so much again. Just was looking over the area under bright light and noticed two seperate "lines" one is appx 1-2 cm long and .5 to 1 cm wide does not look like its indented, but is dark red and the shape of a finger nail clipping, the other looks about 1 cm long right beside the other one but very thin same color... these do not appear to be ulcerations but I cant really tell they are very hard to see with the hair, and are at the edge of the base of the penis and the penis shaft. Tehy almost look like tiny veins but the width of the larger one concerns me. I dont mean to beat a dead horse on this one, i apologize. Am I correct in your reply meaning its not going to be harmful to wait it out, and a doctors visit is not necessary?
thanks again!!!!
Most likely it's nothing serious, probably little harm in waiting to see what happens. But if cost is an issue, free or very low cost care probably is available at your local health department STD clinic. I can't help with the time part.
HHH, MD
Thank you for the quick reply, I understand not to rely on an internet doctor :-P I am not even aware of the credentials you possess but Im sure this is a good service, and an amazingly invaluable service at that! Again thank you very much, Im sure I speak on everyones behalf!
Just an aside, to follow up with your comment to see a physician, do you think that is necessary or should I wait this out? Money and Time is a huge factor...
Your symptoms do not suggest herpes at all, either by description or location. The other potential causes include any of several skin rashes, folliculitis, fungal infection--or perhaps nothing abnormal at all except a little irritation. I see no particular reason for you to be tested for HSV infection or to cease sexual activity. However, you should not rely on this advice for such decisions; see a health care provider.
Good luck-- HHH, MD