Medically reviewed by The Dermatologists and written by Dr. Alexander Börve
Common
30% of men have it
- Does not require medical diagnosis
- Symptoms: none
- Color: Typically red
- Location: Ridge of penis
- Treatment: laser
30% of men – all ages.
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Pápulas perladass también llamado, Hirsuties papillaris genitalis, son pequeñas etiquetas inofensivas de la piel que se sentan en el borde del glande en el 30% de todos los machos.
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The skin tabs should not be confused with genital warts which is a contagious disease and often referred to as genital warts. If you feel unsure, contact the appropriate reception for assessment.
Symptoms
There are no symptoms. It is a natural anatomical condition.
What can I do?
Nothing
Should I seek medical care?
This is only a cosmetic condition, if it bothers you, then you can seek care to have them removed.
Treatment for Pearly Penile Papules
Pearly penile papules can be removed with CO2 lasers, which is by far the best method and is regarded as a cosmetic procedure that is not covered by insurance. The procedure takes about 30 minutes and is performed by several private clinics.
A typical user case
Hi! Have scratched sometimes but it is not big and it often stings when I have peed but not always. I have used Canesten 1% for three weeks. It has got better, but the dots or skin tages are left, what should I do? ?
Online Dermatologist answer
Thank you for using this service. From the submitted information and photos this is most likely PEARLY PENILE PAPULES. These skin tags are very common, completely harmless and not contagious. It is believed that they are a normal anatomic variant and no treatment is needed. They should not be confused with genital warts.
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El médico especialista del Hospital Universitario de Gotemburgo, ex alumno de UC Berkeley. Mi tesis doctoral es sobre Salud Digital y he publicado 5 artículos científicos en teledermatología e inteligencia artificial y otros.