Question 1

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 2

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 3

explain thoroughly why are fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: Fordyce's spots are the ectopic sebaceous glands but not related with hair follicles.

Question 4

fordyce spots contagious?

Accepted Answer

No: Fordyce spots look like tiny, painless spots or bumps that appear on the scrotal skin, the shaft of the penis, the female labia, or the inner surface of the lips of the face. They are not due to any disease or illness, nor are they contagious.

Question 5

does toothpaste heal fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

Fordyce: Fordyce granules are perfectly normal, and as such require no healing.  Toothpaste will have no effect on these harmless tissues.  Are you sure they are Fordyce granules?  It would be best to see a Dentist for an examination and have the Dentist advise you.

Question 6

can epiduo help cure fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

Here are some...: Since Fordyce spots are ectopic sebaceous glands which have no connection with outside like those of hair follicles and Epiduo is for mild to moderate acne with mediocre effect. Therefore, topical agent would not rid Fordyce spots as wished; instead, they stay forever and require no Rx if mentally sound with them. More? Ask your doctor timely.

Question 7

does sun exposure spread fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: Since Fordyce's spots are ectopic sebaceous glands beneath the skin, sunlight would not grow their size, but of course, as expected, the overlying skin may darken leading to potential deceptive look, which you may like them. So, no effect and no harm from Fordyce's spots. More? Seek pro-evaluation &amp; counseling preferably from dermatologist timely. Best wishes...

Question 8

can i still have babies if i have fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

Definitely: Fordyce spots are normal sebaceous glands that occur on mucosal surfaces, including mouth and genitals. They are not infectious or dangerous and will not have any impact on fertility.

Question 9

is it possible for me to kiss someone with fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

Yes, not contagious.: You may kiss someone with Fordyce's spots, which are merely the ectopic sebaceous glands and not contagious.

Question 10

please tell me can fordyce spots appear on your foreskin?

Accepted Answer

Essentially no: They appear in the coronal sulcus (groove under the glans, &amp; can spread onto outer rim of the glans. Would be unusual if they extended to inside of foreskin. Probably not impossible, but I have never seen it. Would be happy to review photograph.

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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?

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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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Explain thoroughly why are fordyce spots?

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Fordyce spots contagious?

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Does toothpaste heal fordyce spots?

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Can epiduo help cure fordyce spots?

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Does sun exposure spread fordyce spots?

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Can i still have babies if i have fordyce spots?

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Is it possible for me to kiss someone with fordyce spots?

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Please tell me can fordyce spots appear on your foreskin?

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