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A member asked:

Fine itchy bumps on shaft of penis almost looks like goosbumps used cortizone (hydrocortisone) 10 so far

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

See below: Avoid the steroid. See your doctor for a specific diagnosis and treatment.

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

Answered 3/21/2018

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