Why do small, painless red spots appear on the penis shaft?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I am a 30-year-old male. My height is 6 feet 2 inches, and my weight is 200 lbs. For a week, I have had small red spots on my penis shaft that are not raised, painful, or itchy. Also, I have undergone a full-panel STD test, including HSV-1 and HSV-2. All the test results are negative. However, the red spots still show up randomly. What could be the reason for this?
Kindly suggest.
Hello,
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Thank you for consulting us.
I understand your concern and would be happy to help. Red spots on the penis can be due to a skin infection, as STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) can cause urethral discharge, dysuria, increased urgency to urinate, or itching on the penis. I suggest you use the cream Canesten (Clotrimazole) twice daily for a week, which will help resolve the issue.
I hope this helps.
Kindly let me know in case of further queries.
Kind regards.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thank you for your response.
I have a fungal issue on my foot. When I went to a tanning salon, I had taken the socks off my feet in which I had a fungal problem, and put them over my penis while undergoing the session. Could it be the reason for a fungal infection on my penis? Or is there any other reason?
Kindly suggest.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
A fungal infection can spread from your own body to other parts or through sexual contact. However, in your case, it is more likely to have occurred from your feet or scalp. The cream Canesten can also be used for your feet. Also, I suggest you use an antifungal shampoo for your scalp.
I hope this helps.
Do revert in case of further doubts.
Kind regards.
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