Understanding Hard Lumps Under Pubic Hair: When to Seek Medical Advice
There is a hard lump under the pubic hair? Hello, Doctor. I have a lump about 1.5 cm in size located under the pubic hair near the base of my penis (approximately 1 cm away). It is the only lump, non-painful, elastic, and connected to the skin. After shaving the hair, I noticed a...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
No lesions were observed, so it is difficult to determine the issue. If it is causing significant distress, please visit a clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps Under Pubic Hair: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Scrotal Skin Spots: Causes and Concerns
Scrotal issues, melanin, and brown spots? Hello, Dr. Wu. I have some questions regarding the skin on my scrotum and the surrounding area of my penis. I recall that last year, I noticed many small spots on the side of my scrotum near the groin. They are not exactly black; they app...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to determine the issue. If it is causing significant distress, please seek medical attention promptly. A proper examination is necessary to understand the problem and determine the appropriate course of action.[Read More] Understanding Scrotal Skin Spots: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Foreskin Issues: Symptoms, Healing, and When to Seek Help
Prepuce issues Hello doctor, two weeks ago I experienced itching on my penis, which led me to scratch it, resulting in skin breakdown at the base of the foreskin and the opening of the foreskin. Afterward, I engaged in masturbation, which worsened the skin breakdown. Currently, I...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to determine the issue. If it is very concerning, please seek medical attention as soon as possible. A proper examination is necessary to understand the problem and to address it. You can consult either a urologist or a dermato...[Read More] Understanding Foreskin Issues: Symptoms, Healing, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Filiform Warts: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Questions related to filiform warts? A week ago, I noticed a raised growth on my eyelid that resembled a polyp. I ended up picking it off myself, and now it doesn't appear to be raised anymore. I would like to know how to determine if it is a filiform wart. Currently, there ...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For a detailed introduction to viral warts, you can refer to the article on Care Online at https://www.careonline.com.tw/2017/08/warts.html. If the skin condition does not improve or worsens, it is recommended to consult a nearby dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment a...[Read More] Understanding Filiform Warts: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Hard Lump Near Penis Base: Should You Worry or See a Doctor?
There is a hard lump next to the base of the penis, approximately slightly larger than a soybean? There is a hard lump next to the base of the penis, slightly larger than a soybean. It appears to be just a raised area without redness or swelling. Is this related to masturbation, ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to make a definitive diagnosis. If you are very concerned, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Hard Lump Near Penis Base: Should You Worry or See a Doctor?
Understanding Pimples Around the Penis: Causes and Concerns
Pimples around the penis? Hello, Doctor. 1. I would like to inquire about a situation I noticed in the first three to four months. I found one or two pimples around the pubic hair area, but I didn't think much of it. I squeezed them and was able to extract some white subst...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to determine the issue. If it is causing significant distress, please seek medical attention as soon as possible. A proper examination is necessary to identify the problem and determine the appropriate treatment.[Read More] Understanding Pimples Around the Penis: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Red Bumps on the Penis: Causes and Concerns
Penile issues There is a reddish bump on the penis, but it doesn't hurt when touched. I'm not sure what it could be.
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Based solely on the textual description, it is not possible to accurately diagnose a skin condition. It could be a rash, folliculitis, hemangioma, or many other possibilities. If the skin condition does not improve or worsens, it is advisable to consult a nearby dermatolog...[Read More] Understanding Red Bumps on the Penis: Causes and Concerns
Red Bump on Penis: Itchy and Uncertain - What Could It Be?
There is a red bump on the penis that is slightly itchy? Previously at the Veterans General Hospital, I had a white growth on my penis that a dermatologist immediately identified as a wart. They performed cryotherapy (one session), and after six months, only a dark scar remained....
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
No lesions were observed, and it is not possible to determine the issue. If this is causing significant distress, please seek medical attention promptly.[Read More] Red Bump on Penis: Itchy and Uncertain - What Could It Be?
Should You Worry About a Changing Mole on the Penis?
Suspected melanoma on the foreskin? Hello, Doctor. I have recently noticed that a mole on the glans (the head of the penis) that I had since childhood has grown a bit larger. Its color has become irregular, and the borders are also irregular. When not erect, it measures approxima...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
First, visit a clinic for an initial evaluation, and if necessary, proceed to a major hospital for further examination.[Read More] Should You Worry About a Changing Mole on the Penis?
Effective Treatments for Seborrheic Keratosis on the Penis Area
Seborrheic keratosis Doctor, I have developed a significant amount of seborrheic keratosis at the base of my penis, around the pubic hair area. What treatment options are available for this? It appeared suddenly and has been present for over a year now.
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
First, confirm that it is seborrheic keratosis, and then it can be treated.[Read More] Effective Treatments for Seborrheic Keratosis on the Penis Area
Understanding Jock Itch: Treatment, Recovery, and Skin Concerns
Tinea pedis (athlete's foot) issue? Hello doctor, I would like to ask you a question. I visited a doctor for tinea cruris a month ago and have been applying medication for a month. It seems to have improved, but there are still some traces left, and there is no peeling anymo...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
One month is sufficient, but it is still important to maintain personal hygiene, cleanliness, and dryness; otherwise, recurrence is likely. Stretch marks are irreversible and cannot be restored, although they may become less noticeable over time.[Read More] Understanding Jock Itch: Treatment, Recovery, and Skin Concerns
Risks of HIV Infection During Cryotherapy: What You Need to Know
What is the risk of contracting HIV during cryotherapy? Hello, doctor. Here’s the situation: I have warts on the foreskin of my penis, so I went to a dermatologist for cryotherapy. The doctor used a cotton swab dipped in liquid nitrogen to apply it to the affected area for the tr...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Not possible.[Read More] Risks of HIV Infection During Cryotherapy: What You Need to Know
Understanding Jock Itch: Treatment and Infection Concerns
Tinea pedis (athlete's foot) issues? Hello, doctor. 1. I currently have tinea cruris. I saw a doctor a while ago, but I forgot whether the doctor said to apply lotion when it's almost healed or after it's completely healed. 2. Can tinea cruris infect the penis ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. You should consult your attending physician about this issue, as they are the most familiar with your condition. 2. It is possible.[Read More] Understanding Jock Itch: Treatment and Infection Concerns
Understanding Itchy Redness and White Bumps on the Penis: Causes and Solutions
The penis is red, swollen, and itchy, and two small white bumps have appeared on the top, which are also itchy? I consulted a urologist before asking my question, but the doctor told me it was just a bacterial infection. However, after taking the prescribed medication and applyin...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Because dermatology is different from general medicine, it is difficult to make a diagnosis based solely on verbal descriptions; it is necessary to examine the skin visually. I recommend that you seek treatment from a dermatologist as soon as possible and inform them about any se...[Read More] Understanding Itchy Redness and White Bumps on the Penis: Causes and Solutions
Dealing with Unidentified Essential Oil Reactions: What to Do?
Applied an unknown essential oil? After applying the essential oil given by a friend, I started to feel itchy, and the next day the external area of my penis became red and swollen. I'm embarrassed to visit a clinic, so I would like to know what ointment I can buy at the pha...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
I cannot recommend medication online, as it violates medical regulations. I suggest you seek medical treatment instead.[Read More] Dealing with Unidentified Essential Oil Reactions: What to Do?
Understanding Black Moles at the Base of the Penis: What You Need to Know
A black mole at the base of the penis? Hello doctor, I have recently noticed several black moles at the base of my penis, but I'm not sure how long they have been there. I would like to ask if the density shown in the picture (about five or six moles in a small area) and the...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
I apologize, but current medical regulations do not allow for online diagnoses in this manner. If it is inconvenient to visit a hospital or clinic due to the pandemic, you may consult a dermatology clinic that offers telemedicine services, which can provide you with diagnosis and...[Read More] Understanding Black Moles at the Base of the Penis: What You Need to Know
Can Black Spots on Penis Warts Transmit to Genital Warts?
Black spots on the penis that are viral warts may potentially be transmitted as genital warts? My boyfriend was diagnosed by a doctor with several viral warts on his penis, which can only be seen with a magnifying glass. There is a more noticeable black spot in the pubic area. Th...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. The lesions of human papillomavirus (HPV) on the genital area are known as genital warts, and the vast majority are transmitted through sexual intercourse. 2. The incubation period is 2 to 8 months.[Read More] Can Black Spots on Penis Warts Transmit to Genital Warts?
Understanding White Bumps in the Pubic Area: Causes and Concerns
White spots in the pubic hair area? Hello, doctor. I previously noticed many small white spots (slightly raised) in the pubic hair area. They were not painful or itchy, so I didn't pay much attention to them. However, I recently discovered that they have started to slowly sp...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to determine. If it is very concerning, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding White Bumps in the Pubic Area: Causes and Concerns
Concerns About Moles on the Penis: Risks of Melanoma and Treatment Options
Penile melanocytic nevus Hello doctor, I have had two moles near the base of my penis since childhood, and I am concerned about the possibility of them becoming melanoma. I would like to know if removing them with laser treatment would eliminate the risk of melanoma. If the moles...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Complete excision is necessary to minimize the risk of recurrence.[Read More] Concerns About Moles on the Penis: Risks of Melanoma and Treatment Options
Understanding Fordyce Spots: Causes, Treatment, and Misconceptions
Friedreich's ataxia spots Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about Fordyce spots, whether in the oral cavity or on the genitals (especially the genitals): 1. Are they contagious? 2. Do they continue to appear over time? 3. Is there a way to make them disappear? 4. I found in...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. No. 2. It is possible. 3. No treatment is needed, as it may recur. 4. The information is correct; it can also occur on the foreskin.[Read More] Understanding Fordyce Spots: Causes, Treatment, and Misconceptions