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About Arthur Goldstein, M.D.
Expertise
Any problems or questions related to the field of urology; ie urinary stone disease, urinary cancers (kidney, bladder, prostate, testis, etc.), urinary infections, impotency, etc.
Experience
I am retired from the active practice of urology. My 34 years was totally in the clinical field and involved the entire gamut of genitourinary problems, with special interest in male impotence and endourology.
Organizations
American Medical Association, American Urological Association, American College of Surgeons
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You are here: Experts > Health/Fitness > Urology > Urology > Small painless bumps at base of penis
Expert: Arthur Goldstein, M.D.
Date: 8/14/2008
Subject: Small painless bumps at base of penis
Question
Greetings,
I am a 23 year old male from the US, but am currently living in India. My concern is about small, but numerous bumps at the base of my penis concealed in my pubic hair. There is no pain or itching, but the bumps were not there when i came to India three months ago. Living in India will make you a bit of a hypochondriac, but i feel that this is worth addressing. The bumps are tiny, and are sporadic, but concentrated in about a 1 or 2 inch area in the hair at the base of my penis and on the pelvic bone. It might be worth noting that i often hold a hot, wet washcloth to the area, and that the water in India has a very large amount of dissolved solids in it. Do you think they could be calcium deposits or some kind of other solid from the water clogging the pores? Is it worth seeing a doctor? What else could this problem be?
Answer
Zachary, as you might imagine, for this type of problem it is not possible for me to make an exact diagnosis over the internet because of the inability to do a physical examination. However, I shall try to help you.
I do not believe the lesions have anything to do with deposits in the water. Most likely they represent inflammation around the hair follicles at that site. I would suggest using an antibacterial soap (such as Dial) daily when washing the area. Other lesions to consider are a contact dermatitis (treated with 1% hydrocortisone cream), prominent sebaceous cysts (no treatment needed), or a fungal infection (treated with antifungal cream such a mycostatin).
I would suggest trying the Dial soap first. If no better, consultation with a dermatologist is suggested. Good luck.
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