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I found red spots on the head of my penis but no burning, itch or pain urinating. is it herpes? how bad is the tingling/burning/itch if herpes?

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Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

Could be herpes: symptoms vary more in men than women. Your best off getting seen very soon, so medication can be started if it appears to be herpes.

Answered 9/5/2015

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A member asked:

I found red spots on the head of my penis but no burning, itch or pain urinating. is it herpes? how bad is the tingling/burning/itch if herpes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

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