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Red bump above penis shrunk and appears to have dried out. not raised but dark red circle with now much more red around. urgent care said ingrown hair but i do not think so. ?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Lesion: The redness worsening would suggest an infection. However, it would be difficult to say exactly the problem without seeing. Many people take a picture and send online for a problem of this nature. Plus a more detailed history would help. I would suggest making a consult.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 7/15/2019

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