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Urology (Expert Forum)
Tiny Lump on tip of Urethra
Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
Tiny Lump on tip of Urethra
by Tony__0, Dec 12, 1998 12:00AM
I am 20 yrs old and have recently noticed that, whether erect or not, when I place my finger on the tip of my penis just above the urethra opening (not on top, but on the tip) and push in (towards myself) I feel a small (1mm??) lump. I can not feel this lump in any other way.
I apologise if this is confusing, but the lump is not visible, nor can it be felt is any other manner. I can only feel it if I do what I described above. It is as if the lump is is in the glans of the penis, just above the urethra "tube". It is not on the skin, but actually in the penis.
I appreciate your patience in this matter.
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Thanks, Tony,for your question. It is impossible to give a diagnosis without an examination. There maybe a benign congenital ( present since birth) lesion under the skin which is left over from the development of the urethra. It is rare to be able to palpate a lesion of the urethra through the glans but I guess this is possible. Maybe you have an old scar here. I would recommend a urinalysis and follow up exams to make sure it is not growing.
More individualized care is available at the Henry Ford Hospital and its urban campuses by calling (1 800 653 6568). We can also arrange local accommodations through this number if this is your need. Please bring any physicians’ notes and lab test results that you may be able to obtain. These will help us greatly.
This information is provided for general medical education purposes only. Please consult your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition.
Sincerely;
HFHS- MS
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