Question 1

is the anyway to get rid of fordyce spots on the labia if you are below the age of 18? i've tried an anti-sebum cream but it hasn't worked, they are really affecting me and i need help!

Accepted Answer

Fordyce spots: These are normal, no reason to try and get rid of them.

Question 2

how do you treat fordyce spots , i know its common and is not an std and its natural in occurrence but i would like for them to go away . does tea tree oil work , or an anti sebum cream . if there are any home remedies pls say so?

Accepted Answer

You don’t: Fordyce spots are swellings of the glands in your skin - secrete oil onto the surface and keep it well-lubricated.  In older people, the glands shrink, produce less oil - that’s why older people often have “dry skin”.  In younger people, they are most prominent on the face, mouth and genitals

Normal variant.  Nothing you can do about them. 50 yrs from now you’ll wish they were back

Question 3

is it possible for fordyce spots on penis to collect sebum and become red after masturbation? the fordyce spot also can be popped and sebum comes out. does this sound like an std? if not is this natural?

Accepted Answer

Of course: This is similar to acne or little hair base infections.All guys enjoy their bodies in this way. Consider showering before and after and using a good water-based lube.

Question 4

hello, i am 20 years old and suffer from fordyce spots on my penis. i was wondering if there is an effective way to get rid of them. i've been trying by applying extra virgin olive oil & coconut oil. i read that heat will help by absorbing the sebum?

Accepted Answer

AG of Fordyce: They are difficult to treat and should be left alone. But discuss with your team.

Question 5

comparison to fordyce spots/warts/herpes: fordyce spots occur in larger numbers (50-100's) whereas herpes/warts are fewer in number? is this correct?

Accepted Answer

Sort of: There is no rule that says prominent sebaceous glands (Fordyce spots) occur in larger quantities than hermetic lesions or warts but they generally do. Fordyce spots are not a disease and they are not transmissible

Question 6

im 18 with fordyce spots, they are mostly not noticeable but some are 3mm+, some have pus inside. however they dont cause any harm, whats the best way of dealing with this as i do not like the way they look?

Accepted Answer

: You did not mention where you had the fordyce spots, but you already know they are harmless. Here's more info regarding potential treatment than I can fit in 400 characters:

ref: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24140-fordyce-spots

Question 7

how common are fordyce spots ?

Accepted Answer

Fordyce spots: Fordyce spots are very common and they are not dangerous.
You should not worry about this.

Question 8

beat way to remove fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

Not possible: Fordyce spots are normal skin glands, which usually become more prominent on the penis (and many other areas of the body) at your age, as part of the natural maturing process. They are entirely normal and cannot be removed. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fordyce_spots

Question 9

do i have fordyce spots and how do i remove them?

Accepted Answer

I don't know: Consider a virutal  health evaluation with your physician.  Fordyce spots are  bumps (whitish-yellow) that may be found on outer edge of lips, on penis or scrotum in males and on  labia in females. Usually no treatment is used. REF:  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/256918

Question 10

i think i have fordyce spots. is there a test to see what it is?

Accepted Answer

Fordyce spots: Fordyce spots are tiny yellowish or white papules on lips and genitals. They are ectopic (out of normal place) but normal in structure oil glands. They are harmless. A dermatologist can usually tell by examining the affected area, however, the only certain test is a skin biopsy. They look pretty different from genital warts, but if there is a concern, please have the area evaluated by dermatology.

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Is the anyway to get rid of fordyce spots on the labia if you are below the age of 18? i've tried an anti-sebum cream but it hasn't worked, they are really affecting me and i need help!

A member asked:

How do you treat fordyce spots , i know its common and is not an std and its natural in occurrence but i would like for them to go away . does tea tree oil work , or an anti sebum cream . if there are any home remedies pls say so?

A member asked:

Is it possible for fordyce spots on penis to collect sebum and become red after masturbation? the fordyce spot also can be popped and sebum comes out. does this sound like an std? if not is this natural?

A member asked:

Hello, i am 20 years old and suffer from fordyce spots on my penis. i was wondering if there is an effective way to get rid of them. i've been trying by applying extra virgin olive oil & coconut oil. i read that heat will help by absorbing the sebum?

A member asked:

Comparison to fordyce spots/warts/herpes: fordyce spots occur in larger numbers (50-100's) whereas herpes/warts are fewer in number? is this correct?

A member asked:

Im 18 with fordyce spots, they are mostly not noticeable but some are 3mm+, some have pus inside. however they dont cause any harm, whats the best way of dealing with this as i do not like the way they look?

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How common are fordyce spots ?

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Beat way to remove fordyce spots?

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Do i have fordyce spots and how do i remove them?

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I think i have fordyce spots. is there a test to see what it is?

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