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What could cause recurrent, non-itchy bump on the penis?
Query: Hello doctor, I have noticed a scar like bump on my penis shaft, and it has not gone away for one month since I noticed it. I did have sex related sore in the same location several months earlier for what I believe to be friction burn, but have not been sexually active since one month. The mark doe... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Is the bump itchy? Or any discharge present? If itching present then whether it is more at night? When you had it the first time, did you took any medication for the same or it went of its own? In how many days? What about the size at that time? Do you have any history ... Read Full »
Do you have any idea about the raised painless red spot on my penis?
Query: Hi doctor, Last week, I noticed a red spot on my penis skin. It was only visible with an erection. It was slightly raised, but it did not hurt. I had my last sexual intercourse two months ago. I never had it before. I am not taking any medicine. Do you have any idea? What is it? Is there anything to... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (the attachment was removed to protect the patient's identity). There were no abnormalities seen except for the three papules present over the shaft of the penis. Is it associated with itching? These papules are not STDs (sexually tran... Read Full »
I have a lump under the skin of penis. Please advise
Query: Hi doctor,I have a lump under the skin of penis. Usually lumps are round but it is like veins and hard. It does not hurt but it is quite frustrating to have such thing on your penis. Can you help me? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please share a picture of the affected area. If there was unprotected sex, then one needs to think of sexually transmitted infections such as Treponema palladium and hemagglutination, human papillomavirus (HPV), polymerase chain reaction (PCR... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have had inflamed red skin on the shaft of my penis for about six weeks after having intercourse with a condom. I tested negative for HSV on a blood test after three weeks and again after six weeks. The telemedicine doctor stated it did not seem like herpes but prescribed me antivir... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the photos and details (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). The lesions in the accompanying photo are unlikely to be caused by the herpes simplex virus. It might occur as a result of irritation, friction, dryness, or fungal inf... Read Full »
What causes bumps on my penis without any symptoms?
Query: Hello doctor, I am having a bunch of bumps on my dick. I think it is because I jerk off a lot but I am not exactly sure what it is. I have no discomfort, no itching, no discharge. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com Are you having any pain or burning sensation? These lesions look like herpes simplex virus infection. It may cause lesions on face and genitals also. Use Acivir cream (Acyclovir), and tablet Acivir 400 mg thrice a day for five days. If symptoms are not improved, pleas... Read Full »
I have bumps on my penis head and foreskin. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have noticed a cluster of bumps on the head of my penis and inside my foreskin. They do not cause any discomfort, itching, or burning. I am uncertain whether these are related to an STD (sexually transmitted disease) or if they might be Fordyce bumps. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, We welcome you to the icliniq family. I appreciate the confidence you place in me for your healthcare consultation. I understand your concern. Based on your descriptions and the provided pictures, it appears you may be dealing with genital herpes. Have you had a history of unprotected sexu... Read Full »
I have bumps in my genital area. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am 22 years old. I have bumps recently appeared on my genital area about two weeks ago. I am not taking any medication till now, and there are black spots in that area. But I am not sure. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). These white bumps are molluscum contagiosum. It is a viral infection. It is contagious and spreads from person to person through contact. It is treated with various modalities like elec... Read Full »
I have hard bumps on my penis shaft. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have hard bumps on the shaft of my penis, which gets itchy only if touched. I think the cause was masturbation. I have had them for about two months and take Finasteride for it. Please help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I have checked the picture (attachments removed to protect patient privacy), which shows two fluid-filled boils. Are there only two boils or are there more on the other side? Is it increasing in size or numbers? If there i... Read Full »
Why do I have red bumps on my penis after sex?
Query: Hello doctor,I have inflammation of the penis head and small red bumps on the outer edge of the penis after sex and masturbation. The bumps occur and disappear after a few days. I have been using antifungal cream for about a month and also took antibiotics. It looks like it has vanished but occurs b... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern, but there are no attached photographs in your message. I need to see the picture of the affected area to make an appropriate diagnosis and to suggest the proper treatment. Kindly send the images. Read Full »
I am experiencing painful urination after sex. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex two weeks ago. From the last two days, I am having pain and irritation while urinating. I took four tablets of Azithromycin 250 mg, three days ago. Then I took Doxycycline 100 mg, a day back. I do not have pain during urination now. But, I have three blisters or r... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the attached picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your clinical lesions are in favor of genital herpes. This is a viral infection, which is sexually transmitted. Candid B (Clotrimazole and Beclomethasone) is an antifungal with steroid, a... Read Full »