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Question #22018
4 hours ago
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bump in penis when it's hard . - #22018

shahein

Hello Doctor, I am 19 years old and have no sexual partners. I have pain and discomfort in my penis. It initially appeared only after masturbation and would go away, with a small bump or superficial vein below the penis that was not hard and felt like a vein, which improved with rest. After resuming masturbation before full healing, the pain is now present most of the time, even when the penis is flaccid. The pain increases with any sexual arousal or initial blood flow and decreases with relaxation. Sometimes the pain feels throughout the penis, but there is no pain with stretching or partial erection. The bump/vein below the penis has grown larger and is painful when pressed. There is no significant swelling, color change, discharge, or burning during urination. I need an evaluation to determine the cause of the pain, the appropriate treatment plan, and whether a remote consultation is sufficient or an in-person examination is needed. Thank you very much.

Age: 19
Chronic illnesses: no
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Dr. Arsha K Isac
I am a general dentist with 3+ years of working in real-world setups, and lemme say—every single patient teaches me something diff. It’s not just teeth honestly, it’s people… and how they feel walking into the chair. I try really hard to not make it just a “procedure thing.” I explain stuff in plain words—no confusing dental jargon, just straight talk—coz I feel like when ppl *get* what's going on, they feel safer n that makes all the difference. Worked with all ages—like, little kids who need that gentle nudge about brushing, to older folks who come in with long histories and sometimes just need someone to really sit n listen. It’s weirdly rewarding to see someone walk out lighter, not just 'coz their toothache's gone but coz they felt seen during the whole thing. A lot of ppl come in scared or just unsure, and I honestly take that seriously. I keep the vibe calm. Try to read their mood, don’t rush. I always tell myself—every smile’s got a story, even the broken ones. My thing is: comfort first, then precision. I want the outcome to last, not just look good for a week. Not tryna claim perfection or magic solutions—just consistent, clear, hands-on care where patients feel heard. I think dentistry should *fit* the person, not push them into a box. That's kinda been my philosophy from day one. And yeah, maybe sometimes I overexplain or spend a bit too long checking alignment again but hey, if it means someone eats pain-free or finally smiles wide in pics again? Worth it. Every time.
2 hours ago
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Hello,

Most likely cause:

A traumatized superficial penile vein (penile vein inflammation / mild thrombophlebitis) from repeated masturbation before healing.

Stop masturbation/sexual activity for 2–3 weeks Warm compress 2–3× daily Paracetamol for pain (avoid strong painkillers) Wear loose underwear

If Rapid increase in size Hard cord-like vein that doesn’t soften Skin redness, swelling, fever Pain not improving after 2–3 weeks of rest Then see your nearest urologist

otherwise, rest usually leads to full recovery.

I trust this helps Thank you

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