Ive been trying to remove my PPP with tea tree oil for about 2 weeks now, there is no change at all. Why?

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Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

There are no creams or topicals that can remove Pearly Penile Papules. In fact, overuse can cause infection and scarring. In my opinion, the best treatment is obtained by CO 2 laser. Find someone with experience.
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William Groff, DO · Answer

Tea tree oil is a natural antiseptic, but it will have no effect on pearly penile papules (PPP) other than, perhaps, to irritate the skin. PPP is not caused by an infection. It is a normal enlargement of penile glands on the skin and is perfectly normal. PPP is not a disease or a disorder; it is just a skin variant. Nevertheless, many people are bothered by the way it looks. A dermatologist can easily remove PPP in the office with CO2 lasers. Be sure to consult a board-certified dermatologist who is an expert at treating PPP.

Sheryl D. Clark, MD, FAAD · Answer

Hello Simon Jack:

I am sorry but topical treatments will have no effect on these papules whatsoever. They are growths in the skin that will not go away without one if several procedures that eliminate them, leaving you with smooth skin in the treated areas.

All the best from NYC,
Sheryl Clark MD FAAD

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