well about six months ago my boyfriend had about 4 bumps on the shaft of his penis, they dont look like blisters, The best why to describe them is that they look like skin tags or something, they dont hurt him, he wouldnt of even noticed them if he didnt see them.....they went away within a week....I havent gotten any bumps or anything.. and he hasnt gotten any since.. so what do you think?
2007-06-14 18:54:31 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
It doesn't sound like herpes. It sounds like genital warts caused by HPV.
Genital herpes sores are large, red, swollen, PAINFUL sores. These sores can open and puss. You boyfriend would have been in A LOT of pain if it were herpes.
Genital warts are usually small raised bumps that are flesh colored. They do not puss and are not painful, though they can be pretty itchy.
I'd highly suggest he see a doctor. They can test him for herpes using a blood sample. However, there is no test for men to detect HPV. Men are usually diagnosed with HPV when they have a genital wart outbreak. So, if the warts have healed then he won't be able to be diagnosed with HPV until the warts come back (if they ever come back).
I'd also highly suggest you get tested as well. HPV can cause cervical cancer in women. Getting yearly pap smears can detect any abnormalities on the cervix caused by HPV that can develop into cervical cancer. Good luck!
2007-06-15 02:51:42 · answer #1 · answered by Alli 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-09 01:43:47 · answer #2 · answered by Valerie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-01 18:17:55 · answer #3 · answered by Rosita 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many guys get harmless bumps. Have him get checked out but it's likely nothing to worry about.
2007-06-14 19:05:34 · answer #4 · answered by MissWong 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It would be wise to get a test done to be on the safe side.
2007-06-14 18:58:02 · answer #5 · answered by richard_beckham2001 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it is herpes. skin tags are a sign of herpes.
2007-06-14 18:57:47 · answer #6 · answered by pud123423 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋