Common STDs and How to Stay Safe | What Everyone Should Know

Dr. Abigail Waldman, MD FAAD on Instagram: "Fordyce spots are small, yellow-white bumps that appear on the genitals and lips. They are caused by enlarged sebaceous glands and are often confused with genital warts or other STDs. I once had a patient come to me in residency and wanted me to treat every single one on his scrotum since he was convinced they were an STD 😬 They are usually asymptomatic but can be itchy. They are benign, and don’t require treatment but can be treated with retinoids or