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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Bump under skin on penis
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.
Bump under skin on penis
by Biff34, Jul 17, 2004 12:00AM
I've become very concerned recently becuase I've noticed a bump under the skin of the shaft of my penis. I'm not really sure how long it's been there; I've just noticed it recently though.
I usually only notice it when I have an erection and it seems to get become more prominent as I approach ejaculation. If I touch it it kinds of moves or rolls around. It is very difficult to find the bump when I do not have an erection.
Because it is, for the most part, only perceptible when I have an erection, I am very uncomfortable going to the doctor with this. I just wanted to see if there is some readily apparent explanation before I go further.
Thanks.
I usually only notice it when I have an erection and it seems to get become more prominent as I approach ejaculation. If I touch it it kinds of moves or rolls around. It is very difficult to find the bump when I do not have an erection.
Because it is, for the most part, only perceptible when I have an erection, I am very uncomfortable going to the doctor with this. I just wanted to see if there is some readily apparent explanation before I go further.
Thanks.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Jul 17, 2004 12:00AM
, Jul 17, 2004 12:00AM
This is probably a cyst, deep enough in the skin not to be noticeable until you are erect. The only way to be sure is to have a doctor examine you. It is, I think, worth overcoming your embarrassment once to find out for sure.
Take care.
Dr. Rockoff
Take care.
Dr. Rockoff
I am also nervous to visit the doctor. If you visit, please let me know what he tells you, or if you find out any other information that would be helpful, it would be appreciated. ***@****
Thanks.