Patient's question:
My glans penis has developed some small bumps on the edge. It doesn't hurt or itch. I've never had sexual intercourse, but I have experienced masturbation. What could be the cause? Can it be cured? How should it be treated? How long will it take to heal?Doctor's answer:
Hello: If there are no symptoms, it is likely that it could be a case of pearls! Penile pearls, seen on the edge of the glans penis, are small, millet-sized papules arranged uniformly in the same skin color, without any inflammatory reaction or any subjective discomfort. This is known as pearls. If an acetic acid test is negative, meaning that a 5% acetic acid solution is applied and it does not turn white. This condition is seen in males after puberty and is completely normal, requiring no treatment and no need to panic. However, in some cases, this phenomenon may be mistaken for warts, leading to laser treatment and medication, which is incorrect.