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What are fordyce spots?i am a female, 24 years old with fordyce spots on my genitals. i would like to know how to treat them. thank you
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Sebaceous glands: Fordyce spots are visible sebaceous(sweat)glands that are a normal variant. They appear as rice sized tiny papules raised above the surface of the skin. Typically they are very numerous on the scrotum and vulva and less so on the penile shaft. When few in number they can be confused with HPV or warts. You can see pictures of all 3 conditions by going to Google Images.
Answered 12/15/2019
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