Question 1

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 2

are there any home treatments for fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

No, but...: There is no known topical agent to get rid of Fordyce spots since they are ectopic sebaceous glands, which are too deep for drug to work. So, do not try any. Known to us, these spots are inborn and harmless so to leave them along. If mentally bothered, seek dermatologist for evaluation and counseling and decide if treatment is needed or not.

Question 3

i always get fordyce spots on my penis after i shave? am i doing something wrong? what should i do to avoid them? how can i treat the already existing

Accepted Answer

Really need shaving?: Fordyce's spots happen to some men and women, and are benign ectopic sebaceous glands. To ease razor-scraping the tiny bumps, soak and soften the hair with shaving cream longer before shaving; if not helpful, use clipper; it not satisfied, no shaving and being nature is the "best" solution. For existing condition, lightly apply 0.5-1 % Hydrocortisone cream 1-2 x, daily and watch. Or see doc timely.

Question 4

what home remodies can be use to remove ppp and fordyce spots?or over counter creams please?

Accepted Answer

NONE: See a dermatologist. Fordyce spots cannot nor should not be treated. PPP [pustulosis palmaris, plantaris?] will have exacerbations and remissions but  will not respond to any "do it yourself" therapy. Prescriptions will help when it is worse. Avoid smoking. Avoid heavy alcohol use. Various treatments will help, but not cure. Most of them are quite safe.

Question 5

what are fordyce spots?i am a female, 24 years old with fordyce spots on my genitals. i would like to know how to treat them. thank you

Accepted Answer

Sebaceous glands: Fordyce spots are visible sebaceous(sweat)glands that are a normal variant. They appear as rice sized tiny papules raised above the surface of the skin. Typically they are very numerous on the scrotum and vulva and less so on the penile shaft. When few in number they can be confused with HPV or warts. You can see pictures of all 3 conditions by going to Google Images.

Question 6

what r fordyce spots??? how can they b treated when they r on the lip??? r they harmful?? how common r they????

Accepted Answer

Fordyce spots: are small, painless, raised, pale, red or white spots or bumps 1 to 3 mm in diameter that may be present on the scrotum, shaft of the penis or on the labia, as well as the inner surface of the lips of the face.  Fordyce spots are visible sebaceous glands,and are present in most indviduals. They are a natural occurrence and are not associated with any disease or illness.  No treatment is necessary.

Question 7

i have little white spots all over the lower half of my penis, ive done some research and think they are fordyce spots, what are some home treatments for this?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor.  If what you have are Fordyce spots, no treatment is needed. 
Wish you good health!

Question 8

are there any home remedies to get rid of pearly penis papules and fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

May be normal bumps!: Fordyce spots are considered a normal feature for many people. Therefore, one may have to consult with several urologists in order to find one who may be interested in trying to remove them. A skin laser treatment center may be needed, so a dermatologist consultation may be helpful. One should realize that removing a spot can leave a scar.

Question 9

is differin gel (0.1% adalapene) over the counter medication enough to effectively treat the appearance of fordyce spots on the genital area if applied once a night over the course of several months?

Accepted Answer

: Fordyce spots are aberrant sebaceous glands and harmless. If needed best treated by laser

Question 10

what is fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

Fordyce spots: Fordyce spots are yellow bumps along the lip that are caused by enlargment of sebaceous glands or oil glands.

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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:

Are there any home treatments for fordyce spots?

A member asked:

I always get fordyce spots on my penis after i shave? am i doing something wrong? what should i do to avoid them? how can i treat the already existing

A member asked:

What home remodies can be use to remove ppp and fordyce spots?or over counter creams please?

A member asked:

What are fordyce spots?i am a female, 24 years old with fordyce spots on my genitals. i would like to know how to treat them. thank you

A member asked:

What r fordyce spots??? how can they b treated when they r on the lip??? r they harmful?? how common r they????

A member asked:

I have little white spots all over the lower half of my penis, ive done some research and think they are fordyce spots, what are some home treatments for this?

A member asked:

Are there any home remedies to get rid of pearly penis papules and fordyce spots?

A member asked:

Is differin gel (0.1% adalapene) over the counter medication enough to effectively treat the appearance of fordyce spots on the genital area if applied once a night over the course of several months?

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What is fordyce spots?

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