However, if you are unsure what caused the papules, it is always a good idea to talk to your doctor. These small dots are normal, and as long as they aren’t accompanied by other symptoms, they are probably harmless. You may be concerned to see small growths on your penis, often called penile papules. How do you tell the difference between harmless papules and something more serious? Understanding Penile Papules They are harmless unless you have additional symptoms that may point to a sexually transmitted infection. If the steroid cream fails and the penis remains trapped, a circumcision revision and correction of a concealed penis may be necessary.Penile papules are a common skin condition. Your child’s doctor will give you instructions on the proper use of the cream. We have found that cicatrix can be safely and effectively treated with a topical steroid cream. In this situation, you will not be able to expose the glans of the penis at all. Cicatrixįollowing a circumcision, the penis may drop back into the pubic fat pad and the surgical area may contract, trapping the penis.

Treatment may also involve division of the skin bridge and circumcision revision. In many situations the skin bridge can be divided during an outpatient procedure. You may notice a band of skin from the shaft adhering to the glans with a small tunnel underneath.

In some instance, the penile shaft skin will become attached to the coronal margin and develop a thicker permanent attachment that cannot be separated and will not separate on its own. The Vaseline will soften the adhesions, and with spontaneous erections, the adhesions will begin to break apart on their own. To help the adhesions separate more quickly, we may suggest applying Vaseline® directly to the adhesions.

Glanular adhesions are benign and when left alone tend to resolve on their own. This is because the shaft skin has adhered to the glans, covering the coronal margin. This is the purple line that separates the glans from the shaft of the penis. On exam you may not be able to see the complete coronal margin. You or your pediatrician may notice them during a physical exam.ĭuring our physical exam, we will determine what type of penile adhesion your son has and what treatment approach is best suited for your son. Penile adhesions are generally benign and cause no pain or discomfort to your son.

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