I have a red spot on the head of my penis. What is it, and how to cure it?

Question

Hi doctor,

I have a red spot on the head of my penis. I wanted to know if somebody can help me figure out what it is and how to cure it?

Answer 1

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Please send me close and focused photos of the affected area to facilitate its evaluation.

Answer 2

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I think it is an insect infestation, for example, scabies; excuse me, the attached photo (attachment removed to protect patient identity) was not in focus. I mean, it gets pixelated when trying to enlarge it. Please, I need more in-focus photos of all the affected areas, and let me know, if there is any itching in other areas? When itching is maximum, is it during the day? When did these lesions appear approximately? I am waiting for your answer. Thank you.

Answer 3

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Unfortunately, I think it is scabies, but please note that the treatment is quite simple. Use Permethrin 5% (cream) to be applied to the whole body (except the face and the scalp), at bedtime for 8 to 10 hours, is the entire night long and washed in the morning. This procedure should be repeated after one week. That will be sufficient. Take Tablet Desloratadine once at bedtime for one week. All the clothes, towels, blankets, and linens should be changed daily. Do not scratch or rub the affected areas, and it is going to be fine.