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Urology (Expert Forum)
Cord like object under skin of penis
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
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Cord like object under skin of penis
by Osirus, May 20, 2003 12:00AM
Just today a cord like object about 1/4 of a cm can be felt just under the skin of my penis on the upper-left. It's base and thickest part is about half-way on the penis and it seemingly disappears to the touch as it approaches the head. The base feels detached and moves around freely for an inch or so. There is no discoloration or pain. The object is somewhat lumpy and firm. I haven't done any extraordinary activities with my penis lately other than occasional masterbation (masturbation). Any help is greatly appreciated if for nothing else than to calm my nerves.
Thanks,
Osirus
Thanks,
Osirus
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, May 21, 2003 12:00AM
, May 21, 2003 12:00AM
Hello - thanks for asking your question.
Without seeing the lesion it is impossible to say what it is.
One consideration may be Peyronie's disease. Peyronie's disease, a condition of uncertain cause, is characterized by a plaque, or hard lump, that forms on the penis. The plaque develops on the upper or lower side of the penis in layers containing erectile tissue. It begins as a localized inflammation and can develop into a hardened scar. It occurs in 1 percent of all men. The plaque itself is benign, or noncancerous.
However, any new mass needs to be evaluated for possible cancer. I would see your physician or urologist to have this looked at. The definitive test to see what it is would be a biopsy - but this should be considered after being evaluated by a physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
Without seeing the lesion it is impossible to say what it is.
One consideration may be Peyronie's disease. Peyronie's disease, a condition of uncertain cause, is characterized by a plaque, or hard lump, that forms on the penis. The plaque develops on the upper or lower side of the penis in layers containing erectile tissue. It begins as a localized inflammation and can develop into a hardened scar. It occurs in 1 percent of all men. The plaque itself is benign, or noncancerous.
However, any new mass needs to be evaluated for possible cancer. I would see your physician or urologist to have this looked at. The definitive test to see what it is would be a biopsy - but this should be considered after being evaluated by a physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
