Acne on the penis often makes sufferers feel pain and discomfort. Although these conditions are generally harmless, you still need to recognize the causes and how to deal with them. Acne on the penis is characterized by small bumps in the penis area, containing pus, and feels painful to the touch. This condition can be triggered by a variety of factors, but it generally occurs due to poor penis hygiene. Recognize the Causes of Acne in the Penis Here are some conditions that can trigger the appearance of zits on the penis: 1. Razor burns In addition to poor hygiene, the use of blunt razors can also trigger zits on the penis, especially in areas covered with pubic hair. This condition, also known as razor burns, can heal by itself. 2. Folliculitis Folliculitis is inflammation that occurs in hair follicles due to bacterial or fungal infections. This condition is characterized by the appearance of small red bumps around the pubic hair follicles which cause itching, burning, and b...
Regular checks can detect abnormalities in cervical cells that have the potential to develop into cancer. Cervical cancer is a type of cancer in women that can be prevented by routine checks. The development of cervical cancer that starts from abnormal cells is a process that generally occurs without any symptoms. Most cases of cervical cancer only cause symptoms if the cancer has reached an advanced developmental stage. Therefore, the purpose of routine checks is to "catch" abnormal cells that have the potential to become cancerous or cervical cancer at an early stage. Abnormal Pap Smear Results Pap smear or liquid based cytology (LBC) is the most effective test for detecting cervical cancer. This test is recommended to be done once every three years for women aged 25-49 years and once every five years for women aged 50 years and over. Generally about 90% of the results of pap smears performed on women show normal results. Some other abnormal results related to change...