What should I do about small bumps appearing on the male genitalia?
Feb 17, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
In general, the appearance of small lumps on the male genitalia may be caused by mosquito bites, sebaceous cysts, folliculitis, genital warts (condyloma acuminata), Peyronie's disease (corporal sclerosis of the penis), or other conditions. It is recommended that males seek timely medical consultation to determine the exact cause and, under the guidance of a qualified physician, undergo appropriate treatments such as conservative management, pharmacotherapy, or surgical intervention.
Generally, small particles appearing on the male genitalia may be caused by mosquito bites, sebaceous cysts, folliculitis, condyloma acuminata, or Peyronie's disease. It is recommended that males seek timely medical consultation to identify the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatments, such as general care and medication, under the guidance of a qualified physician. A detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Mosquito Bites
When the male genitalia are bitten by mosquitoes, inflammation may develop, leading to the appearance of small particles. This is a normal phenomenon; scratching should be avoided, and adequate sleep and rest should be maintained to prevent excessive fatigue.
2. Sebaceous Cyst
Poor personal hygiene in males may lead to microbial infection of the genital skin, potentially causing sebaceous cysts. Under inflammatory stimulation, the keratin layer at the hair follicle openings in the gluteal fold may thicken, resulting in small particles on the genitalia, accompanied by symptoms such as redness, swelling, suppuration, and skin ulcers. Timely medical consultation is recommended, and antibiotic medications such as Amoxicillin Tablets, Cefradine Capsules, and Piperacillin Sodium for Injection should be used as directed by a physician.
3. Folliculitis
Folliculitis is an inflammatory skin disease primarily affecting hair follicles, which may cause thickening of the keratin layer at the follicular openings on the male genitalia, resulting in small particles accompanied by redness and swelling. If detected, timely medical consultation is recommended, and medications such as Erythromycin Ointment, Mupirocin Ointment, and Fusidic Acid Cream should be used as prescribed.
4. Condyloma Acuminata
Condyloma acuminata is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which may lead to abnormal cell proliferation in the affected area, forming wart-like lesions, thereby causing the appearance of small particles on the male genitalia. It may also be accompanied by itching, pain, and bleeding. Timely medical consultation is recommended, and medications such as Thymosin for Injection, Triamcinolone Acetonide-Econazole Cream, and Podophyllotoxin Cream should be used under the guidance of a physician.
5. Peyronie's Disease
Trauma, inflammation, or autoimmune reactions may cause fibrous tissue proliferation within the corpora cavernosa of the penis, leading to the appearance of small particles on the genitalia. Symptoms may include painful erections, penile curvature, or reduced rigidity. Patients may use medications such as Sildenafil Tablets, Tadalafil Tablets, and Paracetamol Tablets as directed by a physician to help alleviate symptoms.
In daily life, males are advised to maintain good personal hygiene, engage in regular physical exercise, and enhance immunity to help prevent the appearance of small particles on the genitalia.
