I've had this small lump on my skin near the pubic area for the past 9 months and I'm not really sure what it is. Could you help me figure out what might be going on?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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A small lump near the pubic area that has been present for 9 months could be a variety of things such as a cyst, lipoma, or an enlarged lymph node. I recommend you to use an antibiotic cream like Neosporin and consult with a dermatologist for further evaluation and management

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Answered 04/07/2025

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Consult a urologist or dermatologist, for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan, as red, non-itchy bumps on the penis glans can be caused by various factors, including Fordyce spots, pearly penile papules, cysts, or STIs.

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