Bump on penis is getting bigger...

[Solitaryblus]

Hello all. I have a bump on shaft of penis. Ive had it for about 3 months now, I originally thought it was just a pimple, from sweating, heat, etc. But it seems to be getting larger and not forming head. It feels hard and lumpy. When I do try to 'pop' it white smegma like substance seeps thru pores, and has cheesy smell.( I am circumcised though). I went doctor and he seems to think it's herpes and am awaiting test results , though I really dont think it's that. Since ive tried to repeated pop it, is now larger and has a yellowish milky discharge. Seems very similar to ingrown hair or infected pimple. Any advice?

[auntiejessi]

This is not herpes. It wouldn't last that long, and wouldn't have that kind of discharge.

Did you get results yet from your doctor?

[GuitarRox]

Hey.  Don't 'pop' bumps on your penis.  That is how things get infected.  It could be a pimple, infected hair follicle, ingrown hair or herpes as your doctor stated.  From what you are describing it doesn't sound like herpes but I would follow up with testing.  You really need to work with your doctor and keep your hands off of it.  It could also be a cyst or a papule.  https://www.healthline.com/health/mens-health/cyst-on-penis  You really need them to swab the area now and test it as you want to rule out herpes although that would not have been what I would guess it is from your description.  I'm doubtful. But now it has to be ruled out. https://www.healthline.com/health/health-penis-sores  Often a herpes sore is uncomfortable or painful.