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I have a scab on the top of my penis on the right hand side on the skin it's just red and appeared over the last 6 hours i am scared of what it is?

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Scabs can occur: from extra vigorous masturbation. put some aquaphor or vaseline on it, if it doesn't go away in a day or so or gets worse, see your doctor

Answered 12/7/2014

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A member asked:

I have a scab on the top of my penis on the right hand side on the skin it's just red and appeared over the last 6 hours i am scared of what it is?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

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