What Happens If You Pop Pearly Penile Papules?

Actually, these bumps are very common, especially among young men. Most of the time penile papules are going to be around the glans or crown (head) of the penis and same color. Fordyce spots generally are present mostly around hair growth. Such as the base of the penis and testicles. Penile papules generally are more pronounced (pop out) than fordyce spots. Throughout your lifetime, it is possible that the bumps will appear and disappear on their own. Even though papules are harmless, do not pick at them or try to pop them. You can cause some serious scarring and infection can occur.

Pearly penile papules are harmless and popping papules will expose them to possible infection. Not only can they get infected but think of the warm, moist area you keep your penis in...ideal breeding ground for bacteria to thrive if you do get an infection.

Whatever you do, do not ignore unusual bumps on your penis. It is always best to have a physician diagnose your issue. If it turns out to be just pearly penile papules, you can rest easy.