Patient's question:
I just noticed today that there's a small pimple on my scrotum. It doesn't hurt unless I touch it. What is this? Is it serious? Is it an STD? Have I had any recent sexual activity?Doctor's answer:
This might just be folliculitis caused by a bacterial infection. Sexually transmitted diseases are spread through sexual activity. If you have never engaged in unsafe sex, you would never contract a sexually transmitted disease. Therefore, this could be folliculitis caused by a bacterial infection. Keeping clean and applying some antibiotic ointment a few times should be sufficient. For patients with testicular conditions, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of complications. If left untreated, it can affect overall health. Therefore, patients should seek appropriate treatment promptly and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene.