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Dr. Shanza Ikram

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Published At February 3, 2024
Reviewed AtFebruary 3, 2024

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

A few weeks ago I was diagnosed with a yeast infection. I was prescribed an anti-fungal cream and it cleared up quickly. When I was applying the cream I noticed these bumps on my penis. They look like Fordyce spots but I want to be sure. I have never examined my penis before. Please help.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Shanza Ikram

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern. In my opinion, yeast infection is still there, particularly below the head of the penis. Yes, there are a few skin-colored to red papular eruptions is there.

And it is most likely Fordyce spots. Here I would like to comment there is no evidence of any other disease like warts etc. For yeast infection, I would suggest you keep good hygiene and avoid friction. Mix Clotrimazole cream in equal amounts with Hydrocortisone cream and apply two times a day for seven days. Stop Hydrocortisone cream and continue to apply Clotrimazole cream for two weeks. Fordyce spots are non-communicable and non-contagious conditions.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.

Regards.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the reply. Yes, I am still treating the area with anti-fungal cream. Are those bumps normal and nothing to be concerned about?

Answered by Dr. Shanza Ikram

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Yes, these are normal variants. In our skin there are glands and in some individuals, they become slightly prominent. These are called Fordyce spots. They are just cosmetically not accepted by individuals otherwise these are harmless. If still you want to get rid of them cautery is the procedure that needs to be done.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.

Regards.

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Dr. Shanza Ikram
Dr. Shanza Ikram

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