Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose:Last night, I had my first sexual intercourse with my girlfriend. Today at noon, I noticed some bumps around the glans/urethral meatus and on the foreskin. The tops of the bumps are white, resembling dead skin. After washing, the white heads disappeared, but the bumps are still clearly visible and red.
Duration and onset of the condition: 12 hours
Current general condition:
Mild itching – Sometimes feels itchy
Medical history:
Previously had allergic eczema
Doctor's answer:
This small bump is medically known as a small papule, which refers to pale red papules that surround the glans penis and occur along the corona of the penis. It is called penile pearly papillomatosis. The condition appears as papules with a diameter of about 1-2 millimeters, with smooth surfaces, arranged in rows along the corona, and they persist long-term without increasing in number or size, and without any subjective symptoms. Additionally, small bumps on the foreskin are often considered to be caused by conditions such as balanitis or posthitis, which are sexually transmitted infections of the genital area. The usual causes of balanitis include transmission through unclean sexual activity, excessive foreskin, invasion by pathogenic microorganisms, and poor local hygiene. It is recommended to pay attention to personal hygiene, especially local cleanliness, maintain a regular lifestyle, follow a balanced diet, drink plenty of water, and avoid spicy and irritating foods.