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What is the white seed-like boil on my penis?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have something like a small seed inside the skin below the penis. If pressed hard, a white material comes out, only when the foreskin is open. The fluid has a bad smell to it. It has been there for two years. Only during a hard erection, it produces a discomfort due to its sharp pain. What is this?

Please help.
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Since the last two years, is there a continuous worsening of this condition or were there on-and-off episodes? Revert back with an image.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for your reply.

It is a kind of white seed under the penis skin. When the skin opens up, a cheesy material comes out with bad odor. I feel it has raised due to excessive strain on the penis due to hard ejaculation. The same kind of very small material was removed with a minimal squeeze sometime back. But this looks more locked under the skin. I do not have any sexual contacts and can say 100 % there are no STDs. Please find the image attached.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Thakare Sampada Avinash

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Thakare Sampada Avinash is a Cosmetologist and Dermatologist with expertise in managing skin, hair, and nail disorders as well as providing advanced cosmetic treatments. She is passionate about enhancing both skin health and aesthetic outcomes through evidence-based practices. She is skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail conditions. She is well-versed in doing cosmetic dermatology procedures such as chemical peels, laser therapies, botox, fillers, and microdermabrasion.

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Hello,

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These are steatocystoma multiplex which are basically overactive sebaceous glands leading to a cyst formation. Usually, these are painless, but when secondarily infected these can be painful. These cysts need to be removed along with their sac to avoid recurrence. There are different methods for doing the same. You need to visit a dermatologist for same. Do not try anything at home. If there is pain at present, then apply Fucidin cream. It will help reduce secondary infection.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thanks a lot for addressing my query.

I would like to know two things. What is the cause? And, secondly, can I use T-Bact ointment? Please guide. Also, if possible please suggest a reference dermatologist in my city for the suggested remedy.

Answered by Dr. Thakare Sampada Avinash

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Thakare Sampada Avinash is a Cosmetologist and Dermatologist with expertise in managing skin, hair, and nail disorders as well as providing advanced cosmetic treatments. She is passionate about enhancing both skin health and aesthetic outcomes through evidence-based practices. She is skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail conditions. She is well-versed in doing cosmetic dermatology procedures such as chemical peels, laser therapies, botox, fillers, and microdermabrasion.

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Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

As I said, these are overactive sebaceous glands. There is no specific cause for the same. Few individuals can have an excess of sebum secretion and it cannot be avoided as they are prone to it and it is just a tendency.

Yes, you can apply T-Bact cream. All dermatologists can perform this procedure since it is a basic one. You can go to any near your location.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thanks for the reply.

I have gained 100 % confidence. I want to take up the next step, that is, to get rid of this through medical procedures by a qualified and experienced doctor. Can I reach you through a phone consultation? As I relocated here recently, I really do not have any family doctor or dermatologist. I once again thank you for all the valuable feedbacks on my queries.

Answered by Dr. Thakare Sampada Avinash

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Thakare Sampada Avinash is a Cosmetologist and Dermatologist with expertise in managing skin, hair, and nail disorders as well as providing advanced cosmetic treatments. She is passionate about enhancing both skin health and aesthetic outcomes through evidence-based practices. She is skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail conditions. She is well-versed in doing cosmetic dermatology procedures such as chemical peels, laser therapies, botox, fillers, and microdermabrasion.

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Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

You are welcome. Yes, you can. But again, any dermatologist would be able to treat you for this.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At May 14, 2018
Reviewed At October 29, 2024

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Thakare Sampada Avinash is a Cosmetologist and Dermatologist with expertise in managing skin, hair, and nail disorders as well as providing advanced cosmetic treatments. She is passionate about enhancing both skin health and aesthetic outcomes through evidence-based practices. She is skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail conditions. She is well-versed in doing cosmetic dermatology procedures such as chemical peels, laser therapies, botox, fillers, and microdermabrasion.

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Dr. Thakare Sampada Avinash is a Cosmetologist and Dermatologist with expertise in managing skin, hair, and nail disorders as well as providing advanced cosmetic treatments. She is passionate about enhancing both skin health and aesthetic outcomes through evidence-based practices. She is skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail conditions. She is well-versed in doing cosmetic dermatology procedures such as chemical peels, laser therapies, botox, fillers, and microdermabrasion.

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