Red dots on the head

Spots and red dots on the head are familiar to many men. They often occur and go away on their own, but sometimes they spread throughout the penis, transforming into erosion or ulcers. The reasons for their appearance can be both trivial mechanical damage and dangerous diseases. With redness of the head, do not delay the visit to the doctor. The neglected diseases of the genitourinary sphere can lead to erectile dysfunction, infertility and even amputation of the penis, therefore, if these symptoms are found, it is important to seek medical help in a timely manner.

Reasons for the appearance of red dots of a non-infectious nature

Normally, a man's penis should not have any spots or redness. But if they have arisen, one should not panic, but analyze the reasons for their appearance and draw the correct conclusion. In many cases, red dots are non-infectious and pose no health hazard. Depending on their appearance and location, they have the following etiology:

• Lack of sexual hygiene is the main cause of penis redness. If you irregularly perform water procedures in the groin area, harmful microorganisms accumulate under the foreskin, which lead to irritation and the formation of small dots on the head.
• Allergic reaction - develops from some cosmetics, lubricants on condoms, washing powder used for washing underwear. Sometimes the cause of redness is wearing synthetic fabrics. An allergy rash can occur not only on the head, but also on the entire penis and even the groin area.
• Mechanical damage - appears during sex, when riding a horse or bicycle, wearing too tight or tight underwear. The head of the penis has many blood vessels, so it reacts sharply to any stimulus. With minor injuries, red spots on the head disappear within a few days, but if there is swelling, pain or itching, you should see a doctor.
• Scaly lichen is a non-infectious disease associated with autoimmune disorders in the body. With its development, pink or red spots appear on the penis and in other parts of the body, which are accompanied by itching and flaking of the skin.
• Hormonal imbalance - contributes to a change in the epithelium on the penis. The skin becomes dry, begins to peel and itch. Because of the constant itching, the man rubs the head, which leads to its injuries and redness.

Infectious diseases causing red dots on the head

Infectious pathologies leading to red dots on the head are usually transmitted through sexual intercourse. They can be caused by viruses, yeast-like fungi, or bacteria. All STIs must be treated promptly, otherwise they will lead to serious consequences.

Thrush

The development of thrush is caused by fungi from the genus Candida. They belong to opportunistic microflora and affect both the skin and the mucous membrane of the penis. Most often, the disease is transmitted during intimacy, but sometimes it can occur with a decrease in immunity, endocrine disorders, against the background of treatment with certain medications (antibiotics, corticosteroids, etc.). The disease is not dangerous, but it causes discomfort and reduces the quality of life due to the appearance of the following symptoms:

• red spots on the penis
• itching and burning sensation in the foreskin
• painful sensations during sex and urination
• whitish discharge during urination, reminiscent of ejaculate
• sour smell from the penis

When candidiasis is detected, the patient is prescribed antibacterial drugs, soda baths. Treatment of the disease is carried out in both sexual partners, otherwise the one who has not completed the therapeutic course will re-infect the other. During the treatment, any sexual contact is completely excluded.

Balanitis

With balanitis, an inflammatory process develops on the penis, which leads to a burning sensation, itching when urinating. Red dots on the head do not itch, but the man experiences pain in their places. Over time, the rash turns into ulcers, which heal extremely slowly and leave scars on the skin. If untreated, erosion can lead to gangrene or defects in the foreskin. The following reasons lead to balanitis:

• infections of bacterial or fungal origin
• difficulty passing urine
• poor hygiene (with rare water procedures smegma accumulates under the foreskin, which contributes to the development of the disease)
• diabetes
• urethritis
• STDs

For the treatment of pathology, antibacterial drugs, ointments, disinfecting baths are used. If therapy has no effect, circumcision is performed.

Papillomavirus

If a man notices red dots on the head without itching and any other symptoms, one of the reasons for their occurrence may be the human papillomavirus. When it enters the male body, it manifests itself as formations on the skin, which can look like reddish spots. The growths are benign, but in some cases they can develop into malignant tumors.

The main route of infection with the virus is through sexual contact. The disease can also be transmitted through everyday life - through skin damage and even touching in public places (toilets, saunas, swimming pools, etc.). To get rid of the pathology, antiviral treatment is used. The growths are removed surgically, as well as with a laser or liquid nitrogen.

Genital herpes

Herpes on the penis cannot be completely treated, therefore it stays with a man for his entire life. The causative agent of the disease is herpesvirus type 2, which enters the body during intimacy. When it enters the bloodstream, it is incorporated into the genomes of cells and cannot be removed by the immune system. The first time after infection, the disease often proceeds without obvious symptoms. Gradually, under the influence of viruses, degeneration of the epithelium occurs, which leads to the formation of various skin lesions - red dots on the head, vesicles, ulcers, erosions. Long before the onset of the main symptoms, a man may notice shooting pain or tingling sensation that occurs in the buttocks and lower extremities. Most patients may not be aware of their illness for a long time, continuing to infect sexual partners. On average, the carriage of the virus lasts up to 12 months. When pathology is found, it is treated with antiviral drugs that help reduce the frequency and severity of symptoms. It is extremely important with the development of the disease to strengthen your immunity, which will reduce the number of relapses.

Chlamydia

A common cause of redness in the penis is the intracellular parasites of chlamydia, which cause an infectious disease such as chlamydia. After entering the body (mainly through sexual contact), they can go into "hibernation" and parasitize in cells for a long time without the appearance of pronounced symptoms. Only with a decrease in immunity, chlamydia begins to actively multiply, showing their vital activity by such signs:

• mild inflammation of the genitourinary system with the development of urethritis
• scanty discharge from the urethra
• burning, itching
• red spots on the penis
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• mild pain in the groin area (in the scrotum, head, urethra)
• fever (up to 37 C)
• weakness
• sometimes - bloody discharge during ejaculation or urination

In advanced cases, chlamydia can cause the development of complications - chronic prostatitis, narrowing of the urethra, Reiter's disease, orchiepididymitis (narrowing of the vas deferens). The infection can rise to internal organs, affecting the intestines, kidneys and liver. Since chlamydiae live in cells, antibiotics are selected to treat the disease that act at the cellular level. Antibacterial drugs are combined with antifungal agents and immunomodulators. The sexual partner undergoes compulsory treatment. When undergoing a therapeutic course, it is recommended to give up alcoholic beverages, dairy products and sex life.

Trichomoniasis

Red spots on the penis with trichomoniasis appear due to irritation of the mucous membrane. Simultaneously with the reddening of the penis, the man notes swelling of the head, pain when urinating, discharge of a purulent or mucous nature. The disease does not always manifest itself immediately after infection. Sometimes it is asymptomatic, which leads to the development of prostatitis.

Treatment of trichomoniasis is complex. The patient is prescribed anti-trichomonas drugs, immunomodulators, restorative drugs. The therapy must be followed to the end, otherwise the disease will become chronic and reappear after a few years.

Syphilis

The most dangerous disease causing red dots on the head is syphilis. His treatment is the longest and most difficult. With an untimely appeal to doctors, the appearance of cardiovascular pathologies, brain damage, blindness, mental disorders and even death is possible. To avoid these consequences, you should immediately consult a doctor if characteristic symptoms occur. The disease has an incubation period of 3-7 weeks. Its first manifestation is the appearance of a red dot, similar to a pimple, which gradually transforms into a hard chancre. The ulcer does not itch and does not cause pain, but leads to an increase in lymph nodes in the groin area.After about 2 months, the pathology enters the second stage with the following symptoms:

• spots and sores all over the body
• fever
• painful urination
• headache
• hair loss
• weakness
• cough, runny nose

Gradually, these symptoms disappear, and the disease enters the latent phase. If syphilis was not treated at the second stage, after a while the third phase of its course begins. It is characterized by pathological changes in all body systems with damage to bones, kidneys and other organs. Treatment of pathology is carried out using penicillin derivatives.

When to see a doctor

Taking a shower or changing synthetic underwear for clothes made from natural fabrics, you can get rid of non-infectious stains in a few days. If the measures taken do not help, the dots do not disappear, additional symptoms join them, then contacting the doctor becomes the only correct decision. Remember that infections can spread to internal organs, so do not hesitate to visit the clinic. If you feel unwell, you can go to a urologist. A specialist will diagnose and prescribe a competent treatment, and, if necessary, will refer you to a doctor of another profile - a venereologist, allergist or dermatologist.

Red Spot Prevention

The appearance of red dots on the head can be completely avoided if you adhere to some preventive measures:

• do not wear synthetic or too tight underwear
• use only high-quality condoms during intimacy
• observe personal hygiene
• be sure to use condoms when frequent change of sexual partners
• change underwear daily, bed - once a week
• prevent overheating or hypothermia
• regularly undergo a medical examination, which will allow timely identification of hidden infectious pathology

If prevention is observed, you can minimize the likelihood of developing diseases of the genitourinary sphere and prevent the formation of red spots on the penis.