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Strange black growths on scrotum resembling warts. when i scratch them, they come off and do not bleed. they are 1-2 mm. could this be genital warts?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

See a doctor: Or specifically a dermatologist. Without the ability to examine these it is impossible to determine what they are. Genital warts are doubtful.

Answered 11/5/2013

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A member asked:

Strange black growths on scrotum resembling warts. when i scratch them, they come off and do not bleed. they are 1-2 mm. could this be genital warts?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

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