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I seem to have folliculitos around my penis area. is it safe to have sexual intercourse with it? with or without a condom?

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Penile folliculits: Would have it evaluated to see if folliculitis ,eczema/ psoriasis, or herpes or pearly penile papules which are benign. f/u/ w/ MD

Dr Zimon agreed

Answered 10/6/2018

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A member asked:

I seem to have folliculitos around my penis area. is it safe to have sexual intercourse with it? with or without a condom?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Dr Zimon agreed

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