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3 red patches on my penis head
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From 3 years there are red patches on my penis head. They come for a day and then fade away for some time. When they fade away they are like light pink patch...and when they come back they are red in coloyr for a day.
I dont have any itchness,discharge or wound or anything...just that tgese are the 3 spots present.
What i have observed is they come when i drive for long time or sexual activity/masturbation.
Is this serious?
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It's normal.
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Hi, consult a dermatologist in-person and get examined
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Please share pictures of the affected area if still there..
So that I can analyse the problem and give u proper solution...
Few tests need to be done accordingly treatment required...
To get rid of this problem
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consult for prescription and guidance
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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 .
●𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰
●𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 1.5 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳.
●𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.
●𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀.
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First of all if you have done intercourse with an infected girl or woman. If done then it can be VD or STD. If it is so then can spread to your partner and if it persists it can lead to sexual weakness too. You have to visit near by sexologist or can contact me.
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advised to have blood VDRL test
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It doesn't necessarily sound serious, but persistent recurrent red patches should be evaluated. A physical examination is needed to identify the cause and decide if any treatment is required.
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I understand your concern kindly make an appointment so I can help you better
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Dr. Tinkle Rani
Sexologist
9 yrs exp
New Delhi
Based on your description, the red patches on the glans (penis head) that have been recurring for the past 3 years, become more noticeable after long driving or sexual activity/masturbation, and then fade to light pink without itching, pain, discharge, ulcers, or bleeding are less likely to represent a serious infection or cancer. The fact that they are transient and recur after friction or pressure suggests that they may be related to friction-induced irritation, mild recurrent balanitis, increased blood flow during sexual arousal, or a benign inflammatory skin condition. However, because they have persisted for several years, they should be examined by a healthcare professional to establish the exact diagnosis.
The absence of pain, itching, foul-smelling discharge, non-healing ulcers, or progressive growth is reassuring. Nevertheless, recurrent lesions on the glans should not be ignored, as conditions such as chronic inflammatory balanitis or certain dermatological disorders can have a similar appearance and require appropriate management.
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If possible, take clear photographs when the patches are bright red, as they may fade by the time you see a doctor. These images can be very helpful during consultation. Avoid excessive friction during masturbation or intercourse, use adequate lubrication if needed, and wear loose-fitting cotton underwear to minimize irritation. Do not apply over-the-counter steroid or antifungal creams without a confirmed diagnosis, as they may temporarily alter the appearance without treating the underlying cause. For personalized assessment, better guidance, and a holistic treatment approach for recurrent penile skin lesions, you may connect with us at 9 3 1 5 6 6 1 5 6 5.
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Maintain good genital hygiene by gently cleaning the glans with lukewarm water and avoiding harsh soaps, perfumes, or antiseptics. Keep the area dry after washing and avoid prolonged moisture. If the patches become persistent, start bleeding, develop ulcers, become painful, or are associated with discharge or swelling, seek prompt medical evaluation. In many cases, recurrent red patches on the glans are due to benign inflammatory or friction-related conditions, and with the correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment, they can usually be managed effectively. Thank you
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Dr. Jyoti Sharma
Sexologist
12 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult online through Practo because physical examination is needed so contact us
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Trichologist
10 yrs exp
Lucknow
Could be urticaria
Consult online with photos for proper evaluation and treatment options
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