Question 1

i have redness and small red spots on the head of my penis. what are they?

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Possibilities: There is a possibility that it can be a sexualy transmitted disease but another possibility is pearly papules (photos can be seen using search engine - i.e. google images).  These are benign not contagious and common so possibly nothing to worry about. If there is any question as to the cause see your MD.

Question 2

what is wrong with his skin? so about three weeks ago my son started getting redness around his skin. he kept scratching it and almost made it bleed. about two days ago i noticed that there are red spots all over his back and some on his stomach. he has a

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A : A rash with raised red bumps is called a maculopapular rash and can be caused by many, many things such as: 
-food or drug allergy 
-viral infections such as fifths disease, roseola, ebv, CMV just to name a few 
-insect bites such as fleas or scabies 
-bacterial infection such as scarlet fever (caused by strep) 
-medication reaction

or it can be seen in very rare things such as: 
-measles 
-toxic shock syndrome 
-kawasaki disease 
-meningitis 
-stevens-johnson syndrome 
-rocky mountain spotted fever disease

the list goes on and on.

The best thing to do is to call your child's doctor. They may want to take a look to see what it may be. Odds are that if your child does not have a high fever or is not acting sick, then it's probably nothing serious.

Question 3

i used a rough sponge to get rid of henna now my hand is blistered what can i do also tiny red spots have appeared under my skin and severe redness?

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Exam needed: Its recommended that you be examined by a physician urgently in order to determine whether the findings are due to allergic reaction, primary irritation/inflammation from abrasive trauma or whether there is a superimposed bacterial infection(cellulitis) which needs urgent treatment.

Question 4

red spots on the head of my penis, it doesn't hurt even if i get erections, the redness come and go, some times the intensifies for a day, but most of the time i can barely see them. thinking it was balanitis i used clotrimazole for 1 month no change?

Accepted Answer

: Try changing your laundry detergent, wear a loose underwear and apply cortisone OTC cream. If it does not get better pl see a Urologist or dermatologist. I hope that helps you

Question 5

i am having red spots on my skin.how can i treat it?

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Spots: We need more information. When you put pressure on your spots, do they disappear? Do they itch? Any other symptoms?

Question 6

i have all these red spots on my skin. what are they?

Accepted Answer

Cherry angiomas: Most likely they are cherry angiomas, usually on chest and abdomen, and other family members might have it also. But, sometimes, a condition called essential telangiectasia, could present as such (red spots). Dermatologists might tell you more when they see you..

Question 7

i have some red spots on my skin since 3 weeks, what they can be?

Accepted Answer

Red Spots: Unfortunately, this is one of those "got to see it to know what it is" things.  Could be left over marks from acne, dilated blood vessels, dry patches of eczema or any number of other minor things.  Try using a heavy moisturizer first, if no help consider seeing your doctor.

Question 8

i have red spots on my skin but not itchy, what it is?

Accepted Answer

Many things: If you are sensitive to hot or cold that can hapen after a shower or bath.  If you have a fungal infection it could be tinea versicola, and if it worries you see your doctor for a diagnosis.

Question 9

very recently i have noticed some red spots on my skin. and now the spots r dry. what could be the reason?

Accepted Answer

You may: You may have xerotic eczema. See dermatologist to find exact cause.

Question 10

when i use silk epil epilator braun i get red spots on my skin but after a while it goes away should i stop using it?

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?: As long as they resolve quickly may just be from the hairs pulling out and not long term harmful.

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I have redness and small red spots on the head of my penis. what are they?

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What is wrong with his skin? so about three weeks ago my son started getting redness around his skin. he kept scratching it and almost made it bleed. about two days ago i noticed that there are red spots all over his back and some on his stomach. he has a

A member asked:

I used a rough sponge to get rid of henna now my hand is blistered what can i do also tiny red spots have appeared under my skin and severe redness?

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Red spots on the head of my penis, it doesn't hurt even if i get erections, the redness come and go, some times the intensifies for a day, but most of the time i can barely see them. thinking it was balanitis i used clotrimazole for 1 month no change?

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I am having red spots on my skin.how can i treat it?

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I have all these red spots on my skin. what are they?

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I have some red spots on my skin since 3 weeks, what they can be?

A member asked:

I have red spots on my skin but not itchy, what it is?

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Very recently i have noticed some red spots on my skin. and now the spots r dry. what could be the reason?

A member asked:

When i use silk epil epilator braun i get red spots on my skin but after a while it goes away should i stop using it?

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