Should I Worry About Pearly Penile Papules?

Another condition that's normal and no cause for concern is pearly penile papules. These whitish bumps appear on the glans (head) of the penis or along the edge of the glans in many guys. Pimples, cysts, ingrown hairs and papules won't do any harm — though if you try to pop them they could get infected.

Should I be worried if I have pearly penile papules?

Although their appearance may cause some men concern, there is nothing to worry about. Pearly penile papules are not a sign of a more serious, underlying condition and are considered a normal occurrence. Once they have developed, the growths typically persist throughout life, but they tend to fade with age.

How do you cure pearly penile papules?

Some patients with pearly penile papules may request therapy to alleviate anxiety. Ablation using carbon dioxide laser, ^[13,14,15] electrodesiccation with curettage, and excisional surgery reportedly have successfully eliminated pearly penile papules.