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A 31-year-old male asked:
Hi,i have molluscum contagiosum bumps in my penis head (i didn't do sex with anyone) and so how much sessions of cryotherapy are required to heal each spot or bump completely.my dermatologist gave me 2 sessions with 3 weeks gap..?
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Dr. Hunter Handsfieldanswered
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
This is a bit atypical: genital area molluscum contagiosum generally involves the pubic area, scrotum, and often penile shaft, but not usually the head of the penis -- especially in someone who has never had sex. Discuss with the dermatologist; if any doubt, maybe ask for a second opinion.
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Answered Jan 11, 2022
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Dr. Hunter Handsfieldanswered
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Probably yes, but a distant forum like this doesn't provide direct care and cannot be certain. You should get health care in person; or perhaps look i... Read More
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Can you have herpes and molluscum at the same time? near head of penis on shaft I have two small bumps seems alot smaller than the molluscum I have
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Hi,i have molluscum bumps on my penis head and I'm using PROVATE-S oint (salicylic acid 3%/betamethasone dipropnate 0.05%) for past few days and i didn't feel any irritation or burning on my penis head so it's safe to use on these bumps for removing?
Dr. Birendra Tandananswered
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Hi,i have molluscum bumps on penis head and i'm using salicylic acid 3% on these bumps and due to this ointment my penis head skin in feeling rough so what can i do to make my penis head skin smoother?
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Urology 36 years experience
When you have finished treatment try OTC cortisone ointment, small amount on the area twice a day for a few weeks.
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Answered Feb 24, 2022
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