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Cause Of Cysts On Penile Shaft And Treatment?
Question: I have cyst like areas on my penile shaft. I am trying to determine if they are in fact cysts or if I have something like molluscum contagiosum. If they are cysts, why are they occuring and how can I stop them? I have attached photos.
Brief Answer:
Viral infection molluscum contagiosum
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I understand your concern regarding your skin problem and I hope I am able to help you in the same .
I have seen the attached pictures . You seem to have developed lesions of mollusctm contagiosum.
You must be aware that this is a viral infection and needs to be immediately managed to prevent it's further spread.
I would advise you to see a local doctor soon for its management and also exercise adequate contraception to prevent it's spread to your partner.
Hope it helps
Dr Geetika Paul
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
I have an appointment to see my doctor on Thursday. It was the earliest I could get an appt. What precautions can I take until then? Should I watch the area or just rinse with water? I do want to spread the infection further. Also, I have read that tea tree oil can be helpful in the healing process?
I have used tea trea oil soap in the past and thought this may be an option in addition to treatment.
Brief Answer:
General precautions
Detailed Answer:
HI again
You can clean the affected area with a normal soap and water. Try not to scratch the lesions .
Use adequate contraception .
Tea tree oil when used alone is not very effective in adults. So I would not recommend you to use the same.
Dr Geetika Paul
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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