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Urology (Expert Forum)
Lumping Ridge On Penis Just Behind The Tip
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Lumping Ridge On Penis Just Behind The Tip
by Kevin__0__0, Apr 25, 1999 12:00AM
Posted by Kevin on April 25, 1999 at 10:22:31
About a month ago I noticed a hardened lumpy ridge on the left side of my penis just behind the tip. I am cirumsized and the lumpy ridge is inbetween the circumsized foreskin area and the tip of my penis running from the left side around to the underside of the head paralleling the forskin. I noticed this after receiving oral sex (the next morning). There was noticable pain for a few days, then the pain went away. The lumpy ridge is more noticable when erect, but I can feel it and see it even when flacid. It almost appears like a varicose vein or something. It is slightly hard/fibrous to the touch and seems to roll around when touched. There is some sensitivity (i.e. pain) when pressed on. Sexual function and normal bodily functions seem to be unaffected, but I am concerned about the possible long-term seriousness of this. Can you offer any advise?
Posted by HFHS M.D.-KR on April 29, 1999 at 16:59:00
Dear Kevin,
Circumsion is a common surgical procedure that practiced throughout the world . It is very safe. In addition , the incidence of penile cancer in men who are circumcised is basically almost zero.. Since your erections and sexual function are unaffected I would not perform any other tests at this time.
Your sensitivity to touch in this area is most likely due to some irritation from intercourse and will almost certainly subside on its own. This condition is called sclerosing lymphangitis. It is seldom painful and most commonly associated with vigorous sexual activity. The only treatment is avoidance of vigorous sexual activity. It resolves on its own. This information is provided for general medical education purposes only. Please contact your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition. More individualized care is available at Henry Ford Hospital and its satellites. (1-800-653-6568)
HFHS M.D.-KR
*KEYWORD: sclerosing lymphangitis, penile cancer
