What Causes A Small Blister On The Penis?

Posted on Thu, 28 May 2015

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Question : I have that little blister con my penes, and I am so scared that it may be gentle herpes, but don't have a clue of how that looks at a very very like starting point. What do you think, and what are some symptoms that I can feel in the body, but are not visual.

Answered by Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti (44 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Details required. May be due to herpes or irritation or friction.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
Welcome to health care magic. I have gone through the photo and details.
Please send following details for clarification:
- Intercourse history
- partner history if any
- symptoms
- any swellings in groin or genital area.
- use of any irritants or treatment details.
- investigations details if any.

It appears to be due to irritation or friction or due to herpes simplex virus infection too.

Herpes simplex virus (HSV) 1 or 2 presents with grouped ,tiny ,vesicles (water filled lesions), associated with pain or itching or burning sensation. It appears usually within 2 weeks of exposure.They are known for recurrence.Some may have body ache, weakness, fever too.

You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Dermatologist and venerologist.

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