Various reasons can provoke the appearance of white dots on the head in men - violation of the rules of skin care in the intimate area, the development of an allergic reaction to aggressive cosmetics or synthetic underwear, infection of the skin. Such an unaesthetic symptom, which gives a man physical and moral discomfort, is often accompanied by burning and itching, pain during urination and sexual intercourse.
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Redness of the head of the penis and the appearance of various types of discharge are also considered characteristic signs.
Only a doctor can determine the cause of the formation of rashes on the head of the penis, as well as prescribe competent treatment aimed at eliminating the effects of the provoking irritant. After all, there are many cases where the cause lay in ordinary Fordyce granules, which are a variant of the norm and do not pose any danger to a man.
Reasons for appearance
For any man, it is extremely important to monitor his health, and especially to pay a lot of attention to the genitals. New growths on the penis are not always a bad sign, but this does not mean that they should not be given due attention.
Sometimes serious illnesses begin with simple small white dots. Urologists identify several possible causes of this disease.
These include:
- Insufficient hygiene of intimate areas of the body. The skin of the head of the penis is very sensitive and has many secretion cells. They constantly secrete spegma, which quickly dries out and accompanies the development of inflammation and other skin diseases. Often because of this, white spots appear on the head of the penis.
- Fordyce granules are white formations on the male genital organ without itching or pain. They appear on their own during the puberty of a young man. This happens because a sharp influx of testosterone appears in a young body, and it contributes to the accelerated functioning of the sebaceous glands. Fordyce granules are not a disease and do not require treatment.
- Unprotected sex resulting in an infectious disease of the genital organs. For example, symptoms of gonorrhea, genital herpes, chlamydia and syphilis include red and white dots on the glans and foreskin. To ensure that the diagnosis is correct, it is recommended that you consult a medical specialist.
- Candidiasis can cause white growths on the head of the phallus in men.
- Sometimes the appearance of white dots is a physiological process and absolutely normal. These may be small changes in the hair follicles or sebaceous glands. Neither requires any intervention until visible irritation or inflammation occurs.
Circinar balanitis
It occurs in 12-70% of men with Reiter's syndrome (inflammation of the urethra, joints, conjunctiva of the eye due to chlamydia) and is characterized by the appearance of well-demarcated, moist, red spots with an uneven contour on the head of the penis.
In circumcision patients, the lesions have a dry, scaly surface and can mimic psoriasis lesions. Most often, the skin around the external opening of the urethra is involved in the pathological process.
Rice. 3 – Circinar balanitis
Symptoms of pathology
Neoplasms can be not only in the form of small white dots. Patients note the appearance of:
- condylomas with sharp ends;
- pimples with white “heads”;
- pearly or pearly papules on the head;
- the bumps are pink or pale;
- pronounced modifications of irregular shape occur during the disease - molluscum contagiosum.
You can see the diseases and signs in the photo. Typically, the location of all new formations on the skin of the penis is on the shaft or on, around and under the head.
Having so many possible causes, how can you figure out when you should contact a urologist and when you can ignore it? Basically, all pathologies have more than one symptom, so you should not be afraid of the appearance of just small dots.
Intervention is required if the following occurs:
- Significant and persistent itching in the area of the tumor.
- Burning and pain during urination.
- Swelling, redness, or peeling of the skin of the penis.
- Foul-smelling and unpleasant discharge from the urethra.
- Painful sensations during and after sexual intercourse.
- Common, standard symptoms: fatigue, physical and mental weakness, fever, migraine and dizziness, poor concentration.
Another clear sign of a pathology that requires urgent treatment is that white dots on the head of the penis do not go away for more than 2 weeks, moreover, the other above-mentioned signs are added to them.
Prevention
It’s easy to protect yourself from the disease. You should monitor your intimate hygiene every day, lead a healthy lifestyle, do not abuse alcoholic beverages, and always use protection during sexual intercourse.
There are other methods of prevention:
- A systematic personal visit to a doctor who deals with the reproductive system, at least once a year. This will help detect deviations as quickly as possible and eliminate them at an early stage.
- Maintaining immunity: playing sports, hardening, taking vitamins.
- Avoid synthetic underwear. The fact is that cotton does not interfere with the breathing of the skin and does not irritate it, unlike any other material.
Contact dermatitis
The appearance of red dots on the head may be a sign of contact dermatitis (simple or allergic). Allergies can develop to almost any known chemical substance.
Most often, the reaction occurs to spermicides (components in contraceptives), lubricants, washing powders, men's shower gels, and soap. Contact dermatitis can also develop when wearing tight, synthetic underwear, after violent or prolonged sex (especially if the vulva and vagina of the partner are dry).
In addition to redness and a small rash, a man is bothered by moderate pain, dry skin and swelling. The described symptoms disappear by limiting contact with the allergen, prescribing sexual rest and prescribing reparative ointments (Dexpanthenol, Bepanten). Allergic reactions are quickly relieved by ointments with glucocorticoids (Advantan, Elokom, etc.)
Diagnostics
Diagnosis begins with a visit to a competent medical specialist. The doctor must listen to all complaints and conduct an examination, and then prescribe urine and blood tests: general and biochemical, and prescribe primary treatment. When purulent discharge is observed from the urethra or from the points themselves, a sample is taken.
Which doctor should I contact:
- All incidents immediately after sexual contact are examined by a venereologist.
- A dermatologist deals with the appearance of itching and flaking if the patient is sure that they did not appear after sex and do not go away for more than two weeks.
- They turn to a urologist when the disease has already taken a severe form - the presence of foul-smelling discharge, pain and burning sensation when touching and urinating, swelling of the penis.
- A visit to the doctor is not required if the tumors appear for no apparent reason and do not cause any discomfort.
Genital herpes
This is a viral infection transmitted from an infected person during unprotected sex and is most common among young men 14-49 years old. Infection often occurs from a virus carrier who has no symptoms. The first signs may appear several weeks after infection and include fever, general weakness, and decreased vitality.
First, red spots appear on the head, on which, after a few hours, vesicular rashes filled with clear liquid appear. At the moment of their appearance, a man may feel pain and burning, they often itch.
The blisters burst and turn into superficial erosions (similar to herpes on the lips). They become crusty and gradually heal. Therapy includes the prescription of antiviral drugs: acyclovir, valacyclovir or famciclovir.
Solution
Just as there are many types of pathology, there are also many treatment methods. The choice of the right one depends on the causes and severity of the disease. The patient can choose what is acceptable for himself, but sometimes, in order to solve the problem, one must act quickly and radically.
How to remove new formations on the genital phallus:
- Medication is the simple and standard use of various antibacterial drugs. Sometimes your healthcare professional will recommend combining medications with herbal baths to soothe itching and irritation. It is important to remember that it is not recommended to use this or that product without a doctor’s prescription. This can lead to serious and irreparable consequences or interfere with treatment.
- Operative - the method is used only if the situation is considered severe. The surgical method uses laser or surgical removal. The operation is performed under local anesthesia and, as a rule, unpleasant scars are often left on the skin.
Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a chronic disease. The lesions appear as well-demarcated areas of bright red color with flakes of exfoliated skin.
The process can involve both individual areas of the penis and the entire skin of the perineum. The diagnosis is usually established after examination by a dermatologist (typical signs are the psoriatic triad, localization of plaques, progressive nature of the disease).
The treatment is combined, long-term, and includes mandatory correction of lifestyle and nutrition, local use of glucocorticoids, salicylates, ultraviolet radiation and other techniques.
Rice. 4 - Psoriatic rash on the penis
Taking medications
The appearance of red dots and spots on the head may be associated with constant use of antibiotics (especially tetracycline, sulfonamides), salicylates, Phenacetin, Co-trimoxazole and some other drugs.
The rashes have a clearly defined round or oval shape and a bright red color; a bubble of liquid may form in the center of the spot.
In most cases, discontinuation of the drug leads to gradual resolution of the rash. Sometimes the prescription of glucocorticoid ointments is required. Healing is accompanied by the formation of pigment spots.
What can you do
Before going to the doctor, the following procedures are allowed:
- treatment of the penis with Miramistin, Chlorhexidine;
- washing with intimate hygiene products or baby soap;
- baths with medicinal herbs - chamomile, string, oak bark;
- using baby powder if it relieves symptoms.
If it is presumably known that the cause of the spots is an infection that has already been observed in the patient, treatment can be started with the external therapy used previously.
But stop using the medicine at least 24 hours before visiting the doctor, as drug residues may distort clinical test results.
Oral medications (tablets) are prescribed only by a specialist.
Oncological diseases
If you have cancer, spots that resemble acne may form on the penis. They have a dark, almost black color, and also have clear outlines. At the same time, it is necessary to monitor changes in the shape of these neoplasms, since their rapid growth, increase in number, as well as the appearance of lumpiness can indicate unpleasant processes. Under no circumstances should you squeeze out blackheads with your hands. If such symptoms appear, you should definitely seek help from a specialist. Only a doctor can tell you why a black spot on the penis is dangerous, as well as how to treat it.
It is also important to note that patients whose age ranges from 55 to 60 years, as well as those who have a genetic predisposition to cancer, are at risk of developing cancer. If the black spots on the skin of the penis are very itchy and bleed, then under no circumstances should you delay a visit to a specialist.
Localization
White dots, pimples, spots appear in different parts of the male penis. The location can indicate the cause and type of formation.
Locations of detection:
- at the base of the penis, on the skin of the scrotum - most likely these are hair follicles, sebaceous glands, including clogged ones, a manifestation of herpes or HPV;
- STD bacteria and lichen cells most often multiply on the foreskin and base of the head;
- The head of the penis itself is affected by vitiligo, infectious inflammation, ulcers, and less often by subcutaneous formations.
In some cases, resuming regular hygiene procedures and treating with antiseptic solutions helps get rid of spots.
If you have other symptoms: itching, pain, irritation, consult a doctor.
How does the disease manifest itself?
Black spots in the perineum rarely exist as an independent symptom. Most often, pigmentation is accompanied by additional negative signs.
Dark spots can appear in groups, cover most of the head and give a number of negative symptoms:
- The spot on the penis regularly changes in size, bleeds, becomes crusty, and itches. Such symptoms may indicate developing skin cancer.
- The spots increase in size, cover other parts of the genital organs, and cause discomfort when urinating.
- Swelling appears in the problem area, veins appear, and sexual function is disrupted.
- The spots harden, forming growths on the skin that rub against clothing and make it difficult to go to the toilet.
- The lymph nodes in the groin area become enlarged, and discomfort appears in the perineal area when taking a sitting position.
If the pigmented area of the penis is a mole, then its condition must be regularly monitored.
The genitals are most susceptible to friction and injury, and any physical impact on birthmarks can lead to the development of malignant processes.
What not to do
Do not try to remove spots and stains yourself. If washing the penis with an antiseptic does not help, the doctor will prescribe further therapy.
It is forbidden to open papules, squeeze out the contents, cauterize them with iodine, wax, lapis pencil, celandine, or hot objects. Carry out procedures and activities that violate the integrity of the skin and injure the penis.
Any independent impact can result in serious consequences, including the degeneration of the formation into a malignant tumor and loss of an organ.
