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What Causes Bumps On The Shaft Of The Penis?
Question: long story short. I am getting back with a guy I use to date years ago. he has 5 bumps on the shaft of his penis that were never there years ago. he told me GP said they were skin tags. I trust him personally but feel that he was told wrong. I have zero experience with any STD and only have ever had 1 skin tag myself during pregnancy under my arm (it looks nothing like that).
I'm a bit concerned and from what I read it could be either website are conflicting on their info (not thay I ever trust the Web over a real dr!). the do stick out from the skin but are flat. They are round but not perfectly and as you can see they are not grouped together.
I have not asked how long they have been there or if they changed shape. I also know you cannot give 100% certainty over the Internet.
I'm a bit concerned and from what I read it could be either website are conflicting on their info (not thay I ever trust the Web over a real dr!). the do stick out from the skin but are flat. They are round but not perfectly and as you can see they are not grouped together.
I have not asked how long they have been there or if they changed shape. I also know you cannot give 100% certainty over the Internet.
Brief Answer:
Std cases may present in same way.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX and welcome to HCM.
As an Urologist,i can understand your concern.
You've done a very wise and timely act,to consult an Urologist.
You must accompany him to an Urologist or skin specialist (dermatologist).
After a careful examination of the peins,proper testing for a diagnosis is advised.
A STD panel tests are mandatory,especially VDRL,HIV and HbsAg.
Be present during the doctor's consultation,to know if it's a STD.
Avoid sexual intercourse,till the diagnosis is made.
Avoid oral intercourse by all means,as oral transmission of HPV is well known.
Advise him to maintain good penile hygiene.
Wish you good health.
You may send all the reports here,for an expert opinion.
Dr.Matthew J. Mangat.
Std cases may present in same way.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX and welcome to HCM.
As an Urologist,i can understand your concern.
You've done a very wise and timely act,to consult an Urologist.
You must accompany him to an Urologist or skin specialist (dermatologist).
After a careful examination of the peins,proper testing for a diagnosis is advised.
A STD panel tests are mandatory,especially VDRL,HIV and HbsAg.
Be present during the doctor's consultation,to know if it's a STD.
Avoid sexual intercourse,till the diagnosis is made.
Avoid oral intercourse by all means,as oral transmission of HPV is well known.
Advise him to maintain good penile hygiene.
Wish you good health.
You may send all the reports here,for an expert opinion.
Dr.Matthew J. Mangat.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
so I feel you are saying you feel like it is warts. from what information you have do you feel it is that?
if it is that....what are the chances of me getting it if we use a condom?
warts are hpv correct? and you have hpv for life correct? can it not sometimes keep itself in check? if the warts are removed will that lesson the chance of it spreading?
if it is that....what are the chances of me getting it if we use a condom?
warts are hpv correct? and you have hpv for life correct? can it not sometimes keep itself in check? if the warts are removed will that lesson the chance of it spreading?
Brief Answer:
Only tests can give a confirmed diagnosis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
My provisional diagnosis is based, on an experience of about 26 years in Urology.
But only the tests can confirm any diagnosis.
My impression is purely from the photos you've sent.
Once the confirmation or negative reports come,it'll be easier to advise you further.
If at all you do engage in sex,ensure usage of a condom and avoid oral sex.
Wish you well.
Dr.Matthew J. Mangat.
Only tests can give a confirmed diagnosis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
My provisional diagnosis is based, on an experience of about 26 years in Urology.
But only the tests can confirm any diagnosis.
My impression is purely from the photos you've sent.
Once the confirmation or negative reports come,it'll be easier to advise you further.
If at all you do engage in sex,ensure usage of a condom and avoid oral sex.
Wish you well.
Dr.Matthew J. Mangat.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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