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I have a purple spot on my penis head. what can it be?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. James Eitner answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See Your Doctor: Unfortunately, it is something that would need to be seen to diagnose. Please see your doctor to have it checked out.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/4/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Eval: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination & other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes. Once accurately assessed a treatment plan can be developed.

Answered 5/27/2015

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