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I was showering the other day and noticed this red area under the head of my penis. It doesn’t hurt or itch. It looks like a bump surrounded by smaller red bumps. Not sure what it is can anyone help?
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Probably nothing to worry about, but it's difficult to say without a pic. This should help you add images:
https://patient.uservoice.com/knowledgebase/articles/402861-how-do-i-add-an-image-to-my-post
You'll probably need to use a PC or laptop rather than a phone or tablet.
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That looks worse than I was expecting, though not necessarily anything serious - maybe just balanitis. I think you should get it checked out though. You could either see your GP, or if you're in the UK, you could go to a genitourinary medicine (GUM) clinic - google "GUM clinic near me" for details.
If it's just balanitis, then these links may help:
https://patient.info/health/balanitis-leaflet
https://patient.info/doctor/balanitis-pro (written for doctors)
Washing (with water, no soap) daily, and taking a leak and washing after masturbation or sex will probably help, and you could also try Canesten cream or Daktarin cream. Loose fitting cotton underwear may help, and some sites recommend washing underwear with non-biological washing powder or liquid.
If you could update this thread and tell us what the doctors say, it would be appreciated.
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Molluscum contagiosum can affect the genitals, so it could well be that.
More information here:
https://patient.info/health/molluscum-contagiosum-leaflet
https://patient.info/doctor/molluscum-contagiosum-pro ; (written for doctors)
https://patient.info/forums/discuss/browse/molluscum-contagiosum-1426 ; (forum)