Fordyce spots look like white or yellow spots on the head or the shaft of your penis. • Should you be worried about fordyce spots?

Schwartz RS, Robbins JW, Rindler E. Management of invasive cervical resorption: observations from three private practices and a report of three cases. J Endod. 2010;36(10):1721-1730. doi:10.1016/j.joen.2010.06.011 External cervical resorption (ECR) is a type of external resorption that begins at or near the cementoenamel junction. Typically, patients present asymptomatic, and the lesion is simply discovered on routine exams or at prophylactic appointments. This type of resorption can occur in any type of tooth throughout the mouth. Still, a higher percentage of these lesions is noted in the maxillary anterior teeth and the maxillary and mandibular first molars. Stasis ulcer. A type of leg ulcer that often coincides with varicose veins and venous insufficiency, leading to redness, swelling, and pain.

Schwartz et al. described the process, noting that “osteoclasts initially penetrate the tooth through a small entry point and colonize this region. Clastic cells in association with fibrovascular tissue then spread in a circumferential and apicocoronal direction around the root canal system. Numerous irregular resorptive channels are created that can interconnect apically with the periodontal ligament.” 4 If caught early enough, removal of the granulation tissue and restoration may be sufficient to resolve the issue. More invasive resorptive processes sometimes involve trichloroacetic acid treatment for the resorptive lesion, root canal therapy, surgery, or even loss of the tooth to correct. 5

Tracz ES, Al-jubury A, Buchmann K, Bygum A. Outbreak of swimmer's itch in Denmark. Acta Derm Venereol. 2019;99(12):1116-20. doi:10.2340/00015555-3309 Spots that appear on a baby's cheeks, nose or forehead within a month after birth could be baby acne.There’s no permanent cure for tinea versicolor because the fungi that are responsible for the infection are a normal part of our skin’s microbial ecosystem. Reinehr CPH, Bakos RM. Actinic keratoses: review of clinical, dermoscopic, and therapeutic aspects. An Bras Dermatol. 2019;94(6):637-657. doi:10.1016/j.abd.2019.10.004 Small, red spots which are slightly raised from the skin and are mildly itchy or uncomfortable could be heat or sweat rash. Common on hot days and after exercise. Treat with a cool wash and soothing creams such as calamine lotion or sudocrem. Antihistamines may help too if itch is prominent. • Urticaria

Heithersay GS. Invasive cervical resorption: an analysis of potential predisposing factors. Quintessence Int. 1999;30(2):83-95.

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Lichen planus is a non-infectious rash that can affect many parts of the body, including the penis. • What does lichen planus look like? Schaefer P. Acute and chronic urticaria: evaluation and treatment. Am Fam Physician. 2017;95(11):717-724. For example, a dermatologist can remove skin tags or warts by freezing them off. They can also surgically remove certain skin bumps, including cysts and lipomas. Patel S, Foschi F, Mannocci F, Patel K. External cervical resorption: a three-dimensional classification. Int Endod J. 2018;51(2):206-214. doi:10.1111/iej.12824

However, with proper treatment, it’s possible to manage the symptoms and stop them from recurring. Mild cases usually respond well to over-the-counter antifungal creams, lotions, shampoos, or ointments. 10. Shingles Tanghetti, E, MD. The role of inflammation in the pathology of acne. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2013 Sep; 6(9): 27–35. Tabassum N, Hamdani M. Plants used to treat skin diseases. Pharmacogn Rev. 2014;8(15):52–60. doi:10.4103/0973-7847.125531 Skin lesions may be raised like a cyst or flat like an age spot. They can be symmetrical like a wart or asymmetrical like melanoma. Some lesions, like skin tags, are the same color as your skin, while other lesions are darker, such as a mole.There are literally hundreds of reasons why you might develop red spots on your skin. Even with the help of internet search images, it can be hard to make a diagnosis. Getting the right treatment requires the correct diagnosis. Most skin lesions are benign (harmless) and don’t need to be removed unless for cosmetic reasons. Your healthcare provider may recommend having the lesion removed if it is causing you discomfort or if there is any doubt that it could be cancerous. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. What everyone should know about the shingles vaccine (Shingrix). Deep hemangioma. This type of birthmark also tends to disappear by age 10. It appears as a purple- or blue-tinted lump under the skin that may require treatment if it’s painful or if it breaks open and bleeds. What are the causes and treatments? Excessive sun exposure, skin injury, straining, bug bites, and bacterial or viral skin diseases are just some possible causes of petechiae (red or pink spots on the skin).