Myths Surrounding Penile Papules

There are a number of myths that exist concerning an embarrassing penile growth health concern. Penile pearly papules have been a perceived health issue for many men. These tiny growths located along the head of the penis have had several explanations over the years, and many have been completely incorrect.

Myth #1- Penile pearly papules are contagious

This could not be more inaccurate. Because the mechanism that causes these growths does not use a pathogenic agent to spread the growths, these papules are not transmissible between sexual partners. As a matter of fact, cultures of these papules, in men with no known, diagnosed STDs, will only grow the normal bacteria that are present on the skin.

Myth #2- Papules are a sign of cancer

Once again, this rumor is false. Papules that grow around the penis are not precancerous and will not turn into a cancerous tumor. Because these growths are unexplained, some men will be under the misconception that growths are a sign that a malignant condition is present on the penis. This is not true and leads men to suffer from unnecessary concern.

Myth #3- These growths are a sign of a previous STD

Many scars that result from previous lesions from STDs do not concentrate themselves around the penile head. In addition, scars that are related to STDs are typically formed when an untreated STD is left to fester without the use of medications to prevent secondary bacterial infections from developing. Men who receive treatment for syphyllitic chancres can take antibiotics to recover from the STD. Lesions that form from viral STDs do not resemble the growths that are caused by penile pearly papules.

Myth #4- Men who have growths on their penises make lousy lovers

Many men who have these lesions are concerned that their lovemaking abilities will be adversely affected with penile growths. What these men do not realize is that constantly worrying that they are not good lovers may actually make them try harder to please their sexual partners. Not only will men be more inclined to increase their partner’s desire, but they may also be more in tune with their own sexual needs.

Learning the truth behind papules can help men to understand that the condition that they have is not a major health concern. These men will also rest assured knowing that their papules are not contagious and are not a sign of a sexually transmitted disease. If at any time a man is concerned about a growth on their genitals, they are encouraged to contact a licensed health care provider for more information and diagnosis.

By: Mike foley-Smith

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Mike is a fitness and nutrition nut. He understands that often men fail to even talk about their intimate health problems, let alone do anything to fix them. As such, she focuses her work on the off limit and less palatable health concerns that affect men. For more information and a free e-course on Treatment for Papules go to BanishPenilePapules.com