A 45-year-old female asked:
My friend found 5 or 6 red small bumps on the head of his penis. they look like scabs.no itch.no burning.no discharge and monogamous. .
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Dr. Robert Killiananswered
General Practice 30 years experience
Staph infection: Anytime someone has abnormal lesions on their skin they should seek medical care. It is very difficult to diagnose or advise on skin issues on the internet. This sounds like a common skin infection with staph. He needs to be evaluated by his physician.
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Possible std: Further testing and exam is needed.
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A 20-year-old male asked:
I have a question about dry skin on the genitals, recently a few weeks ago a red dry skin patch under the top side of my penis head and I have zero symptoms, no itching, no discharge, no bumps/burns. Its just there, do you know what this could be?
Dr. Richard Romanoanswered
Internal Medicine 11 years experience
As you realize a skin condition needs to be seen. Please see a doctor
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