Biopsy on Penis foreskin

[discopete]

Hello,

I had a biopsy done on the foreskin of my penis about a week ago.  The day of the biopsy, the entire foreskin, going all the way around turned purple/black.  Usually when I get a blood sample my arm does the same thing so I wasn't too concerned, and I assumed this was normal bruising.  However, the spot where the biopsy was performed still has a small bubble and the skin is kind of itchy.  How long can I expect to wait for this area of my body to get back to normal?

[discopete]

Thanks for your fast and reassuring reply.  :)

[Dr_Aparna]

Hi,
Healing will require at least two weeks but it is best to wait for at least a month for the skin to return to normal.

Itching is a sign of the healing process that is going on. If it is bothersome you can apply an anti-pruritic lotion on the affected spot,

The bruising and the discoloration will subside in a fortnight. Till then refrain from injuring the area to prevent any complication/secondary bacterial infection.