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A member asked:

Red spot on the head of my penis, looks like a pimple. masturbated frequently a wk ago. had a frottage w/a girl 7 mnths ago. could this be herpes?

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Yes: A sore that looks like a pimple on the head of your penis could be herpes. It is time to go in and be tested for herpes and other sexually transmitted infections.

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/1/2017

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Why do i keep getting pimples on my penis after masturbation? The pimple is usually on a hair and has a thick white almost solid pus followed by some clear liquid. They don't itch or hurt and aren't tender. Can this be herpes?

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About 12 hours after sex, i masturbated. Afterwards, i noticed penis head has around 5 to 6 reddish pimples/spots? No itch or pain. What is it?

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