Dark spot on Pennis shaft

[peterL123]

Hi. I've had this purple spot on lower side of the head of my pennis for about 3 months that I can remember. It's roughly the size of  this "O" and it looks like a bruise or something of that sort but it wouldn't go away. At first I thought it would fade away but it's been 3 months and it's still there. It doesn't hurt or cause any discomfort other than mental worry. I've tried hanging out in the jacuzzi as I read it helps heal bruises but no help. Do you know what it might be? will it go away and if so how do I get rid of this and get it back to normal?? I can provide a picture if it will help further.

Thank you

[peterL123]

I saw a dermatologist a few days ago and he said it doesn't seem to be anything to be worried about. He also said something about laser removal which I wasn't interested in.

When you say "a while to subside" would it take longer than 3 months? because it's already been that long that I can remember having it.


Thank you for the help, really appreciate it

[Jasmina Jankicevic, MD, MSc, CCRP]

Peter,

What we saw on the picture is a small light brown macule. If we choose to rely on that, this could easily be a post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation caused by a minor trauma/injury. Sometimes, those can take a while to subside.

Also, lentigines and melanosis are options too.

We advise you to see a dermatologist for detailed clinical examination as there are certain diagnostic guidelines in regards to pigmented penile macules.

Wishing You Optimal Health,
DR Jasmina Jankicevic

[peterL123]

I uploaded the picture into my profile, please take a look.

Thank you

[Jasmina Jankicevic, MD, MSc, CCRP]

I believe that you can post pictures of affected area on your profile page.

[peterL123]

I can't recall anything out of the ordinary happening. It is deffinately flat. Is there a private email I can send the picture to?


Thanks

[Jasmina Jankicevic, MD, MSc, CCRP]

Welcome to the Dermatology Expert Forum! We shall give our best to help you. Therefore, try to give us detailed answers on questions below.

What happened before this lesion appeared?

Can you make any connections between location and events in your life ( for example, injury of some sort)?

Is this purple spot flat or above surrounding skin surface?

Clear picture of affected skin area is always useful.

Wishing You Optimal Health,
Dr. Jasmina Jankicevic