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: My wife and I had a lot of sex for the last year or so and never had any problems. last week I discovered something that looks like a pimple on my penis, it's red in color, and was itchy for some time. I waited for few days for it to go away, and looked ok to me. But later and after we had sex tonight, I discovered two bumps on the other side of the organ. I'm really worried about it, and don't know what to do. I need some advice. Thank you.
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by Georgan Gregg: (05/18/2004)
Symptoms that we think might be an STD can cause great anxiety, so your worry is understandable. Skin problems on the penis can be confusing to identify & difficult to diagnose & treat. Rashes & lesions that occur on other areas of the body can be hard to recognize when they appear on the genitalia. Contact your physician immediately to examine the bumps. If s/he is unable to determine the diagnosis, you should ask for a referral to a dermatologist (skin specialist).
Perhaps it will ease your mind to know there are many skin conditions that are not sexually transmitted (pearly papules, sebaceous glands, hair follicles or small inclusion cysts). Of course, it could also be herpes or genital warts. You’re doing the right thing by seeking information. Problem is, the only way to know for sure is medical evaluation & testing.
Hopefully, you & your wife have knowledge of one another’s sexual history & the possibility of STD can be discussed openly. Only you can decide whether to seek diagnosis prior to talking with your wife. Keep in mind that it may take more than one trip to the clinic to get a definitive answer. However, building a relationship based on trust is a win-win outcome no matter what the final diagnosis. Contact us again if we can be of further help.
Reviewed by Sexual Health Editorial Team
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