Day Procedure, Canberra and ACT
Private assessment and elective treatment for pearly penile papules (PPP) using the Ellman radiofrequency device. No referral required. Outpatient procedure, home the same day.
Day Procedure, Canberra and ACT
Private assessment and elective treatment for pearly penile papules (PPP) using the Ellman radiofrequency device. No referral required. Outpatient procedure, home the same day.
Condition and Treatment
Elective Procedure
Ellman Radiofrequency
Pearly penile papules (PPP) are small, harmless skin-coloured or white bumps that typically appear around the corona (ridge) of the glans penis. They commonly appear in one or several rows and are considered a normal anatomical variation.
Many men first notice PPP and mistake them for a sexually transmitted infection or skin disease. A consultation allows Dr Van to confirm the diagnosis and discuss whether treatment is appropriate.
This information is general in nature. Individual outcomes vary. A consultation is required to assess suitability.
Important: PPP are benign and treatment is not medically necessary. Treatment is elective. A consultation allows for accurate assessment and discussion of realistic expectations.
Treatment
PPP do not require treatment from a medical perspective. However, where treatment is requested, Dr Van may use the Ellman radiofrequency device, which uses high-frequency radio waves to precisely target the lesions while minimising damage to surrounding tissue.
Treatment is tailored to your situation
While treatment may improve appearance, recurrence can occur over time. All risks are discussed at consultation.
Dr Van assesses your condition, confirms the diagnosis, and discusses whether treatment is appropriate for your situation.
Performed under local anaesthetic or numbing cream. Typically 15 to 30 minutes as an outpatient procedure.
You return home the same day with written aftercare instructions.
Recovery timeframes are general estimates only. Your doctor will provide personalised guidance.
Book a private assessment. No referral needed. All enquiries are confidential.
Common Questions
No. Pearly penile papules are not sexually transmitted and are not contagious.
No. PPP are harmless and considered a normal anatomical variation.
No. Treatment is not medically necessary. However, some men choose treatment for cosmetic reasons or due to self-consciousness. All options are discussed at consultation.
Yes. Treatment using the Ellman radiofrequency device may reduce the appearance of PPP. A consultation allows assessment of suitability, expected outcomes, and risks.
All procedures carry some risk of scarring or pigment change. Dr Van will discuss expected outcomes and risks based on your individual situation at consultation.
The consultation fee is $250. This is payable at the time of booking and is non-refundable in the event of a no-show or cancellation with less than 3 days’ notice.
No. A referral is not required for consultation.
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