Red Dots on the Glans: What Could They Indicate?
There are small red spots on the glans? Hello, doctor. I am a senior in high school. Last night, while using the restroom, I suddenly noticed about 10 small red spots on the surface of my glans (approximately the size of a 0.5 mm pen dot on paper). They are not painful or itchy, ...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, it could be a sexually transmitted infection or a common skin condition. Since you have ten red spots and are concerned, I recommend that you visit a urology clinic for an examination.[Read More] Red Dots on the Glans: What Could They Indicate?
Can Syphilis Symptoms Appear 2-4 Days After Exposure?
Symptoms of syphilis? After engaging in a transaction with a sex worker, I noticed the appearance of papules on the left side of my left thigh 3 to 4 days later. Could this be a syphilis infection? I have researched that rashes are a symptom of secondary syphilis, but do these sy...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: Syphilis is a systemic chronic infectious disease with complex and highly variable symptoms. It typically forms lesions at sites of skin or mucosal damage and can quickly spread throughout the body, affecting various organs and tissues, although patients may also be comple...[Read More] Can Syphilis Symptoms Appear 2-4 Days After Exposure?
Understanding Prepuce and Glans Issues: Causes and Treatment Options
Prepuce and glans issues? Hello Doctor: In early February of this year, I experienced recurrent balanitis, which led me to undergo a circumcision in early May. After July 7, due to work commitments, I engaged in oral sex with a condom. When I returned home that day, I noticed tha...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, you have written in great detail, but the key point is that you are currently suffering from a medical condition, and sexually transmitted infections cannot be ruled out. It is advisable to seek treatment at a urology clinic as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Prepuce and Glans Issues: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Persistent Glans Redness: Causes and Solutions
Glans problems? Hello Doctor: Since last year, I have been experiencing issues with my glans. It started with small red spots, progressed to localized redness, and eventually ulcers. I have visited clinics for medication treatment, and although the condition improves after each t...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: Glans ulcers are not a normal phenomenon. It is recommended to visit a major hospital's urology or infectious disease department to rule out certain infectious diseases. If the cause remains unclear, diseases related to rheumatology and immunology should also be consi...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Glans Redness: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Pain During Intercourse: Possible Causes and Solutions
Pain in the glans during insertion? Hello doctor, sometimes when I have sexual intercourse with my wife, even though she is very wet, I feel pain in the glans when I insert just a little bit, as if it is being scraped by something. After a while, the pain subsides and we can comp...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: Contact allergies or infections could potentially cause the symptoms you described. It is recommended to visit a urology clinic for a detailed physical examination and to undergo blood and urine tests to rule out the risk of infection.[Read More] Understanding Pain During Intercourse: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Oral Health Issues After Oral Sex: What to Do Next
Oral sex for others? Hello Doctor, I performed oral sex on someone on February 29 of this year. By early April, I noticed small red spots on my tongue, which worsened the next day, becoming very prominent and painful when eating. I also experienced a slight burning sensation in m...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, oral sex can not only transmit HIV but also increase the risk of bacterial or fungal infections. It is advisable to seek consultation with an infectious disease specialist or an otolaryngologist as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Oral Health Issues After Oral Sex: What to Do Next
Red Spots on Glans After Intercourse: Causes and Solutions for Couples
After sexual intercourse, small red spots may appear on the glans? 1. My wife is prone to vaginal inflammation (she has received medical treatment, and we only engage in sexual intercourse after the treatment is completed). I wonder if this will affect her ability to conceive in ...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Hello, sir: If vaginal inflammation requires medication treatment, it may affect the small red spots on the fetus's glans, which is likely a candidal infection. Since it hasn't caused any discomfort for you, why not prioritize fertility? Chen Jian-sheng, Urology Departm...[Read More] Red Spots on Glans After Intercourse: Causes and Solutions for Couples
Can Oral Sex Without Protection Lead to HPV Infection?
Can receiving unprotected oral sex lead to an infection of HPV (human papillomavirus)? About 8 weeks ago, I had unprotected oral sex with a partner who claimed their mouth was not broken. I was the insertive partner and received the cervical cancer vaccine (HPV vaccine) three yea...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Hello, sir: The transmission of human papillomavirus (HPV) is commonly through sexual intercourse, although a small portion can be transmitted indirectly through contact. Its incubation period can last for several years, and when an individual is infected, it is currently impossi...[Read More] Can Oral Sex Without Protection Lead to HPV Infection?
Understanding Urethral Issues: Symptoms and Concerns Explained
Urethral issues I apologize for the interruption, doctor. I would like to ask a question. Recently, I have had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend without using protection, but we are in a committed relationship. A while ago, I noticed small red spots on the glans. I applied so...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Hello Mr. Wu Kuan-Hao: Based on your description, it is possible that you have urethritis. Please visit the Urology Department at Xinying Hospital for further examination. Dr. Chen Jian-Sheng.[Read More] Understanding Urethral Issues: Symptoms and Concerns Explained
Understanding Pain and Red Spots on the Penis: Causes and Treatments
Pain in the coronal region of the penis? I have small red spots on the corona of my penis, and they are very painful to touch. When I pull back the foreskin to clean during a shower, it hurts a lot when water hits it. I've also noticed some peeling in the past few days. What...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Hello Mr. Long: Skin conditions in the perineal area cannot be diagnosed through online consultations. Please refrain from applying any medications until a clear diagnosis is made to avoid worsening the condition. Please visit a nearby urology or dermatology clinic. New Taipei Ho...[Read More] Understanding Pain and Red Spots on the Penis: Causes and Treatments
Red Dots Below the Glans: Understanding Potential Urological Concerns
Red spots below the glans? I have three or four small red spots below the urethral opening of my glans. They are flat, just small red dots. However, when I pull back the foreskin, I notice a small row of white bumps in the sulcus of the glans. Doctor, could I have a sexually tran...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
The small white bumps along the glans beneath the foreskin are generally referred to as pearly penile papules, which are normal. However, if there has been any risky sexual behavior and there are concerns about sexually transmitted infections (STIs), it is advisable to see a urol...[Read More] Red Dots Below the Glans: Understanding Potential Urological Concerns
Dizziness, Nausea, and Red Spots: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Dizziness, nausea, and the appearance of red spots on the skin? I've been feeling dizzy and nauseous for two to three days, and I have developed three to four red spots on my hands and feet. What could these symptoms indicate?
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Rong, such a description does not provide enough information to identify the disease. Please see a dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.[Read More] Dizziness, Nausea, and Red Spots: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Red Bumps on Glans: What to Know About Temporary Symptoms and HPV
There are red spots on the glans that disappear after intercourse? I previously posted about this, but my boyfriend had smooth red spots (we haven't been intimate very often; it had been 2-3 weeks since the last time). There were no raised areas, and they disappeared after w...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
The HPV vaccine is not a 4-valent vaccine and cannot prevent all types of HPV, so it cannot provide you with specific recommendations.[Read More] Red Bumps on Glans: What to Know About Temporary Symptoms and HPV
Red Bumps on Glans: Possible Causes and HPV Concerns
There are red spots on the glans that disappear after sexual activity? Two days ago, my boyfriend noticed some red spots on his glans while taking a shower, but they disappeared shortly after we had intercourse. Could this be a possible condition? I previously tested positive for...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Your previous HPV test was positive, which means there is a possibility of transmission, but based on your description, it does not appear to resemble warts.[Read More] Red Bumps on Glans: Possible Causes and HPV Concerns
Are Red Spots on the Glans a Sign of Syphilis?
Are red spots and rashes on the glans a symptom of syphilis? Hello Doctor, on April 6th, I engaged in a high-risk sexual behavior. A few days later, I noticed red spots and a rash on my glans, which did not ulcerate. About a week later, these symptoms disappeared. However, two da...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
The symptoms you mentioned are not specific and cannot be used for diagnosis. If you are concerned about syphilis and have engaged in high-risk sexual behavior, it is advisable to see a urologist for blood tests and follow-up.[Read More] Are Red Spots on the Glans a Sign of Syphilis?
Understanding Red Spots on the Glans: Causes and Treatments
Red spots on the glans? Hello, doctor. I have a red spot on my glans. At first, it was just a small area, but then it increased in number. I went to see a traditional Chinese medicine doctor who briefly examined me and said it was genital warts. He gave me a bottle of topical med...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
If you have concerns about potential exposure due to risky sexual behavior, it is advisable to see a urologist for evaluation and follow-up.[Read More] Understanding Red Spots on the Glans: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Early Syphilis Symptoms: Are Rash and Lesions Common?
About Syphilis I have already been diagnosed with syphilis through a blood test, and my doctor said I am in the primary stage. However, I have noticed that my chest has developed red spots that are similar in size to acne. I researched online and found that red rashes typically a...
Dr. Fu Shizhang Reply:
Primary syphilis typically does not present with a rash; however, if a rash appears, it may indicate secondary syphilis. It is important to note that this rash may not necessarily be due to secondary syphilis and could be related to other skin conditions. It is recommended to vis...[Read More] Understanding Early Syphilis Symptoms: Are Rash and Lesions Common?
Understanding Red Spots and Bleeding on the Glans: Is It a STD?
Suspected glans laceration with bleeding? I have a concern that the glans may have been injured during oral sex, as I noticed a few small red spots and there is bleeding during masturbation. Could this be a sexually transmitted infection? Additionally, there are white bumps benea...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
You can go to the hospital for examination and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Red Spots and Bleeding on the Glans: Is It a STD?
Understanding Red Spots on the Glans: Causes and Concerns
Red spots on the genitals? Hello doctor, I have a small red spot on my glans that is neither itchy nor painful. It feels smooth to the touch, and there are no hard lumps around the red spot. What could this be? Is it syphilis or a rash?
Dr. Fu Shizhang Reply:
It is recommended to visit a urology outpatient clinic for a physician's examination to ensure an accurate assessment. Online consultations cannot replace an in-person medical interview and physical examination by a physician. If there is a medical condition, it is still adv...[Read More] Understanding Red Spots on the Glans: Causes and Concerns
Managing Glans and Foreskin Issues: Pain, Infection, and Treatment Tips
Glans and foreskin issues? A few weeks ago, I developed red spots on the surface of my glans that eventually ulcerated. I have visited a urologist several times, and while the wound on the glans has improved significantly, the infection on the area where the foreskin adheres to t...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
I'm not sure what medication you're using. It's recommended to avoid wearing tight and hot pants. Use a hairdryer to dry the area before applying the medication, and make sure to pat dry after urination.[Read More] Managing Glans and Foreskin Issues: Pain, Infection, and Treatment Tips