Suggest Treatment For Small Red Spot On Penis

Posted on Sat, 1 Nov 2014

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Sat, 1 Nov 2014 Answered on

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Question : hi,
i have noticed a small red spot close to the tip of my penis gland. it does not hurt or cause discomfort, it does not grow or shrink. i do not remember having this before. i would like to know what it really is?

Answered by Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari (53 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Likely to be retention cyst

Detailed Answer:
Hi
I have seen your image
The lesion is small retention cyst which is occasionally seen near the sulcus of glans. It basically occurs as result of reaction to smegma which is normally secreted at that region. In the absence of any other significant history like progression in size or associated discharge there is no cause for concern.
Application of Steroid ointment helps in quicker resolution.

Take care

Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Consultant Surgeon

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju