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A red shiny spot on penis has grown a little bit. it's flaky at times. doesn't hurt or itch. been here over a year and half. may have spread a lil ?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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L planus? Psoriasis?: As a guess, you might have lichen planus or psoriasis. Both are harmless. Google them for photos to compare with your penile rash. But there are ohter possibilities as well. There's no point in trying to know the cause by written description or online searching. Show it to your doctor, or ideally a dermatologist.

Answered 10/27/2020

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A member asked:

A red shiny spot on penis has grown a little bit. it's flaky at times. doesn't hurt or itch. been here over a year and half. may have spread a lil ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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