What causes acne on testicles? How to get rid of pimples and acne on your testicles?

Most men develop Acne or tiny pimple-like inflammatory bumps on their penis or testicles, which is considered to be a normal condition in adult males. However this is one health issue that has not got much attention unlike other health related areas in men. If you have acne or pimples on your testicles/penis, then read on....

What causes Acne on testicles?

Acne is a common skin condition characterized by tiny embedded structures in the skin, especially in the face. Acne occurs both in males and females, especially during or after puberty, when the hormone levels in the body may be abnormal in certain individuals. Acne mostly occurs in the face, neck, back, chest and sometimes, even in the genitals. While most importance to acne occuring in other areas, testicular acne is not given much importance

Testicular acne occurs in most males, in fact, 40% of men are estimated to have been affected by testicular acne.

Is Acne/pimples on penis and testicles normal?

Yes, to a larger extent. Acne/pimples occuring in penis and testicles of men is considered to be a normally occuring condition in males. These pimples called "bumps" represent a very common condition. They are typically tiny structures, approximately 1-2mm in size and occur in the testicles. They usually occur in teenagers but can occur in older men also. They will normal disappear after sometime, though some cases persist for a longer time.

Apart from testicular acne, some men may be affected by temporary penis papulae, a swelling which occurs after sexual intercourse. Around 10% of men are affected by temporary penile papules.

The above conditions are normally seen in many men and are generally not harmful. But some cases may be harmful and may require serious attention

What spots on penis are normal?

1. Tiny pimple like bumps on the penis head or the foreskin of the penis are normal

2. Swellings occuring on the foreskin after masturbation/sexual intercourse are normal

What spots on penis are abnormal?

1. Ulcers are not normal. These appear as craters on the skin and may occur due to infection or virus. These are dangerous and require immediate attention

2. Persistent Papules are not normal. These are lumps which which raise above the surface of the skin(generally smaller than 1 cm)

3. Plaques: Plaques are raised, flat-topped lesions, greater than 1cm in diameter. These are dangerous and may lead to penile cancer

What spots on Testicles are normal?

1. Angiokeratoma or Fordyce: Tiny, bright-red blood blisters on the testicles

2. Sebaceous cysts: Yellowish pimples caused due to oil secreted by sebaceous glands on the skin

3. Chicken-skin: part of skin looking like the skin of plucked chicken

What spots on Testicles are abnormal?

1. Genital warts

2. Lumps in testicles

3.Varioceles- This is a condition characterized by swelling of the veins . About 15% of men have this problem, and the inflammation generally occurs on the left testicle

Precautions and cure for pimples/acne on testicles and penis

Most men normally don't pay much attention to genital hygiene. However this is an area where sufficient attention is required

Always ensure to keep your genitals perfectly clean just like you keep any other part of your body. Don't prick or try to pull out bumps or pimple like structures on your testicles or penis. This may spread the infection to other parts of the skin. Wash your genitals thoroughly with a pH neutral soap or solution. If you have swelling, ice pack treatment can help to a great extent.

However, if you have any abnormal conditions, it's better that you immediately refer to a doctor or dermatologist

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