Patient's question:
I am a male. Recently, while taking a bath, I noticed some tiny, tiny bumps on the edge of my glans. Currently, there is no pain, but I feel very uneasy. What is going on?Doctor's answer:
How long have you been experiencing this condition? If it has been for a relatively long time and you have no other discomforting symptoms, it could be possible that you have pearly penile papules. However, if it has been for a short period and you have a history of unsafe sexual contact, genital warts cannot be ruled out.Pearly penile papules are more common in young and adult men, with the most frequent age range being 20-40 years. The skin lesions appear as small, translucent, pearl-like papules that do not merge, and they are typically flesh-colored, white, or light yellow. They often surround the corona of the penis and may also surround the glans. Pearly penile papules are a type of pseudocondyloma and are generally harmless to the body.
Genital warts initially appear as small, moist papules that are pale red or dirty gray. They quickly develop into wart-like growths of varying sizes, which can merge and resemble cauliflower or rooster combs. Sometimes they may produce discharge with a foul odor.
It is recommended that you visit a hospital for relevant examinations to identify the cause and receive appropriate treatment.