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A 20-year-old male asked:

I have a "pimple" on my penis and white spots on my testicles, have had them since before i was sexually active (besides masturbation) is it herpes?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander
Pathology 46 years experience
If stable, no: If these have not changed, they cannot be herpes. During your next physical exam, ask your physician what they may be.
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