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A 29-year-old male asked:
What is the definition or description of: pearly penile papules?
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Dr. Linda Spenceranswered
Dermatology 38 years experience
Harmless bumps: These are a normal anatomic variation seen in younger, usually uncircumcised men. They appear as tiny pink or tan bumps along the corona (ridge) of the glans (head) of the penis. They are frequently mistaken for genital warts, but are not related to any sexually transmitted disease, and do not require treatment.
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A 19-year-old male asked:
Are pearly penile papules common ?
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A Verified Doctoranswered
Urology 53 years experience
Yes, ...: The available studies for the incidence of pearly penile papules are only few due to its harmless nature. Largely, these harmless papules of 1-3 mm along the corona of glans penis occur in some 20% of men.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
How does sex feel with somebody who has pearly penile papules?
Dr. Michael Fisheranswered
Dermatology 34 years experience
Penile Papules: Pearly penile papules are tiny bumps that ring the rim of the penis head. They are typically flesh-colored or a little lighter and have a smooth dome ... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
How do I explain to my fiance that I have pearly penile papules?
Dr. Simon Kimmanswered
Urology 18 years experience
Reassurance.: I think you can reassure your partner that the condition is completely common and benign.
If, however, you have lesions of the penis they appear to ... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Pearly penile papules, can this be transmitted, should I be concerned?
Dr. Joe Littlejohnanswered
Urology 28 years experience
No: That is a purely benign, non-infectious entity.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Is it possible to get pearly penile papules at the age of 18 or younger?
Dr. Moez Khorsandianswered
Urology 29 years experience
Yes: Penile pearly papules are anatomic variations that can occur before the age of 18. It can occur earlier or even later depending on your body.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
What is pearly penile papules and don't want anyone to know. What can I do?
Dr. Michael Fisheranswered
Dermatology 34 years experience
Pearly papules: Pearly penile papules are tiny bumps that ring the rim of the penis head. They are typically flesh-colored or a little lighter and have a smooth dome ... Read More
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