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Multiple areas of skin redness or red spots
Redness of the skin
Redness over different parts of the body
Red spots on skin
Skin is red
My feet are red
Red bumps on skin
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What is Bowenoid Papulosis?
Bowenoid papulosis is a rare, sexually transmitted infection that affects both men and women. It is thought to be caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) type 16. People often present with raised pigmented lesions or papules, commonly in the genital area. Transformation into invasive cancer occurs rarely, in less than 1% of cases.
Typical Symptoms of Bowenoid Papulosis
- Multiple areas of skin redness or red spots
- Black/blue/brown spots or moles, on the skin and lining of the mouth
- Skin problems
- Redness, bumps, or irritation on the skin
Diagnostic Questions for Bowenoid Papulosis
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
- Do you have multiple red areas or spots on your skin?
- Are there black, blue, or brown spots on your skin? (Including moles)
- Do you have any skin problems
- Have you noticed any redness, bumps, or irritation on your skin?
Treatment of Bowenoid Papulosis
Some cases may resolve, heal by themselves and only require monitoring by a doctor. Sexual activity should be limited to prevent infection spread. Much like genital warts, if it does not resolve on its own, treatment may involve cryotherapy (freezing the cells), laser, or electrosurgery.
Reviewed By:
Kenji Taylor, MD, MSc (Family Medicine, Primary Care)
Dr. Taylor is a Japanese-African American physician who grew up and was educated in the United States but spent a considerable amount of time in Japan as a college student, working professional and now father of three. After graduating from Brown, he worked in finance first before attending medical school at Penn. He then completed a fellowship with the Centers for Disease Control before going on to specialize in Family and Community Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) where he was also a chief resident. After a faculty position at Stanford, he moved with his family to Japan where he continues to see families on a military base outside of Tokyo, teach Japanese residents and serve remotely as a medical director for Roots Community Health Center. He also enjoys editing and writing podcast summaries for Hippo Education.
Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
Content updated on Mar 31, 2024
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