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Which type of doctor would be best to identify genital bumps on the first visit? i had hpv gw in the past and am very familiar with identifying them. however, these are almost microscopic and i want to know for certain what they are. who do i go to?

Q: which type of doctor would be best to identify genital bumps on the first visit? i had hpv gw in the past and am very familiar with identifying them. however, these are almost microscopic and i want to know for certain what they are. who do i go to?

: I would choose a dermatologist.

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I would choose a dermatologist.

Dr Bickel agreed

Answered 9/6/2021

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Agree with Dr Le that dermatologist might be best for these skin lesions, though a urologist might also be good, & some primary care Drs who see a lot of genital/sexually transmitted infections can be good as well.

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A member asked:

Which type of doctor would be best to identify genital bumps on the first visit? i had hpv gw in the past and am very familiar with identifying them. however, these are almost microscopic and i want to know for certain what they are. who do i go to?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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Dr Bickel agreed

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