Pearly Penile Papules (PPP) is a clinical skin condition of the male genital organs. The Penile Papules are tiny, white or skin coloured spots that form predominately around the coronal margin of the Glans. The tiny spots often appear in small parallel rows and are 1-3 mm in size. Pearly Penile papules are very common, occurring in about 20% of the male population.

The appearance of this condition also means it is often mistaken for a sexually transmitted disease. Pearly Penile papules are a harmless physiological phenomenon with no malignant potential; they are not infectious and in no way related to sexual activity or personal hygiene.

The Penile Papules usually appear in Men between the ages of 20 and 40 (although have been known to appear in boys as young and 12 and 14), and are typically asymptomatic. The condition will persist throughout life; however; research has shown that they may become less noticeable with increased age.

After an initial consultation with Dr. Berkowitz to check patient suitability, the treatment is in most cases carried out immediately. Dr Berkowitz will administer a local anaesthetic and carry out the removal treatment. This treatment involves emitting electrical pulses to the affected area, this is a safe and highly effective procedure which will take no longer than 30 minutes. For more information on the consultation and removal treatment please click here.

Dr Berkowitz graduated with a medical degree (MB ChB) from Birmingham University (UK) in 1980 and, after specialist training, obtained Membership and subsequent Fellowship of the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (FRCOG). As an experienced Medical Doctor and a very skilled surgeon, he owns and manages Wimpole Aesthetic Centre. Before opening the Wimpole Aesthetic Centre in London, he spent time in Paris, Israel and in South Africa as well as in the UK at clinics specifically devoted to the practice of Aesthetic Medicine and Anti-aging Medicine. Dr Joshua Berkowitz is fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK and with the South African Health Professionals Council. He is a member of several prestigious medical societies including the BMA and the SAMA. He is also a member of the Royal Society of Medicine (RSM) as well as the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) and its South African equivalent, the SASOG. He is a member of the Independent Doctors Forum (IDF) and is, of course, a member of the British Association of Cosmetic Doctors (BACD).