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What are the small bumps on my foreskin?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have little bumps on my foreskin. Are they fordyce spots?

Thanks.
Answered by Dr. Rabia Anjum

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Dr. Rabia Anjum is a Dermatologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders. She provides advanced care in areas such as acne management, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation disorders, hair loss, and cosmetic dermatology, including skin rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Yes, they are Fordyce spots. Do you have any symptoms in them? For how long you have noted? They are normal. Nothing to be worried about.

I hope this information will help you.

Thanks.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thanks for the reply.

I have them for the past two months. When I look closely with a phone camera I can see inside of those bumps tiny red dots. Like four to five in every bump. I will attach a clear photo. They are not causing any pain or itching.

Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Rabia Anjum

Education:

FCPS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rabia Anjum is a Dermatologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders. She provides advanced care in areas such as acne management, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation disorders, hair loss, and cosmetic dermatology, including skin rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments.

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

From this picture, the other differential I want to rule out other than Fordyce spots is genital warts. For this, I want to know certain things.

  1. What is your age?
  2. Are you sexually active? If yes, does your partner have this problem?
  3. Are these lesions increasing in number?

Other STIs cannot present like this. It cannot be herpes that presents in form of painful ulcers and vesicles. It cannot be syphilis. It also presents as an ulcer. It can be a Fordyce spot but that is a bit yellow because it is sebaceous gland though it can appear like in your picture. Yes, it can be genital warts especially the red to black dots appearing in the picture. But that is also treatable. So you do not have to worry about that.

I hope this information will help you.

Thanks.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I am 24. I am sexually active with my fiance for over 1.5 years. We usually use protection. My fiance got examined and she is fine. Those bumps are not increasing. In fact, some days may look less bumpy.

Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Rabia Anjum

Education:

FCPS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rabia Anjum is a Dermatologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders. She provides advanced care in areas such as acne management, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation disorders, hair loss, and cosmetic dermatology, including skin rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments.

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

Then you do not have to worry about that. Especially if you are using protection. That is more in favor of sebaceous glands that is Fordyce spots. Just to be observant if they increase in number or spread to other areas or if they give you symptoms or if they ever bleed, then take consultation.

I hope this information will help you.

Thanks.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Divya Banu M
Published At April 10, 2019
Reviewed At November 22, 2024

Education:

FCPS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rabia Anjum is a Dermatologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders. She provides advanced care in areas such as acne management, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation disorders, hair loss, and cosmetic dermatology, including skin rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments.

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Education:

BDS

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Dr. Divya Banu M is a dedicated Dental Surgeon with valuable clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of various diseases and conditions affecting the oral cavity. With a gentle and patient-centered approach, she is committed to promoting oral health and enhancing smiles through quality dental care. Her areas of expertise include restorative dentistry, preventive dental care, and cosmetic dental procedures.

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Professional Bio:

Dr. Rabia Anjum is a Dermatologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders. She provides advanced care in areas such as acne management, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation disorders, hair loss, and cosmetic dermatology, including skin rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments.

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