Question 1

can you get a pimple or acne on the penis?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it happens.: It is not unusual to get an infected hair follicle on the shaft of the penis that will resemble an acne pimple that resolves with warm compresses in a few days.   If multiple lesions or cluster of lesions, I recommend an examination to rule out herpes, HPV, molluscum or other lesion.

Question 2

how to tell if these white pimples on my penis acne or herpes?

Accepted Answer

Pimples are acne: Herpes is distinctively painful; if you have acne elsewhere you'll know the difference. Herpes won't produce the unmistakable white / creamy pus from an acne lesion. Most teenaged guys get at least some acne on their shaft at some stage. Even though what you describe is probably not herpes, i hope you'll still choose to love safely and responsibly.

Question 3

there is a very little round stoney thing on the fore skin of my penis, it is not a pimple or acne and it has been there for years now. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Scar: Especially if it feels solid, this is probably scarring from a previous infection in one of the little sebaceous glands. If it is stable, i'd ignore it.  In the eye, these are known has chalazions, or "hailstones". Thanks for your question.

Question 4

i have had history of penile acne since before i was sexually active for all my life any reason for these random pimples on penis doctor says normal m?

Accepted Answer

You're fine: You've got sebaceous glands there just like on your face. Some guys get acne there. The discomfort of applying benzoyl peroxide may not be worth it -- it's your choice.

Question 5

i have cystic acne, and i currently have a pimple on my the shaft of my penis, is it safe to have sex if i use a condom?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: But it might hurt. And are you certain that is what the condition is on your penis? Sounds like you should visit your doc and have it checked out. If it is an STD and the condom breaks not only could you risk pregnancy but also disease transmission .

Question 6

could a red bump on my shaft of penis be a pimple or a ingrown hair? i have not had sex and when erected it is bigger.  can you get acne on your penis

Accepted Answer

Likely ingrown hair: Most likely it is an ingrown hair possibly getting infected.  You can apply a topical abx like neosporin.  If not improving get it checked out by your doctor.  Does not sound like an STD though.

Question 7

i was sexually assaulted a man ejaculates sperm on my chest. i have recently opened pimple acne in my chest and a rubbing of his penis on my body (not in the genital parts) and especially at the level of my chest. is there a risk. thanks?

Accepted Answer

: Assuming that you are concerned about catching HIV or other sexually transmitted infections... Small wounds, abrasions or open sores could be infected if an infected persons semen/bodily fluids came in direct contact with these open skin areas. Less risk if an open skin area came into contact with fluid that had been sitting on a surface for a while. Easy to get tested and take PrEP meds.

Question 8

how good are blood tests for hsv 1 and 2? i have adult acne, folliculitis, sometimes skin boils, and i occasionally get pimples in my groin area and even on the shaft of my penis. i've had several negative blood tests for hsv 1 and 2. concern?

Accepted Answer

: Rapid serologic testing has positive and negative predictive values of 92 and 99 percent, respectively. It means if you are tested negative, 99 percent you do not have HSV infection. Because you were tested (-) many times so chance of HSV infection is almost zero by statistics.

Question 9

how can i get rid of pimples on penis?

Accepted Answer

Penis pimple or not?: Penis bumps can be many things. Some STDs, some not. Only general advice can be given without a photo or physical exam. Top 2 photos are non-STDs: Fordyce spots (sebum which can be extricated by M.D. or left alone), Infected hair follicle (plucked and kept clean). Bottom 2 photos are STDs to be evaluated by your MD so s/he can rule out other STDs and council you for prevention.

Question 10

my penis head have small small white pimples?

Accepted Answer

PPP : Pearly penile papules are normal .  See http://pearlypenilepapules.Net/.

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Can you get a pimple or acne on the penis?

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How to tell if these white pimples on my penis acne or herpes?

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There is a very little round stoney thing on the fore skin of my penis, it is not a pimple or acne and it has been there for years now. what is it?

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I have had history of penile acne since before i was sexually active for all my life any reason for these random pimples on penis doctor says normal m?

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I have cystic acne, and i currently have a pimple on my the shaft of my penis, is it safe to have sex if i use a condom?

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Could a red bump on my shaft of penis be a pimple or a ingrown hair? i have not had sex and when erected it is bigger. can you get acne on your penis

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I was sexually assaulted a man ejaculates sperm on my chest. i have recently opened pimple acne in my chest and a rubbing of his penis on my body (not in the genital parts) and especially at the level of my chest. is there a risk. thanks?

A member asked:

How good are blood tests for hsv 1 and 2? i have adult acne, folliculitis, sometimes skin boils, and i occasionally get pimples in my groin area and even on the shaft of my penis. i've had several negative blood tests for hsv 1 and 2. concern?

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How can i get rid of pimples on penis?

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My penis head have small small white pimples?

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