Two Small Red Spots And A Couple Of Red Patches

Posted on Wed, 6 May 2020

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Question : Two small red spots and a couple of red patches on penis, does this look like herpes?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (54 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
not genital herpes

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to Ask a doctor Service. I have gone through your query and I have viewed the Images.

No, herpes usually presents with painful sores not as spots and patches. This most likely looks like a fungal infection. I suggest you to use an OTC topical antifungal e.g clotrimazole 1% cream or ketoconazole2% cream, twice daily.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.

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