Question 1

i noticed a small, hard painless lump, probably about 1-2 cm in diameter on the floor of my mouth. no discoloration or other lumps on head or neck.

Accepted Answer

Lump: May be anything from a blocked salivary duct to an area of minor wound healing to a benign or malignant lesion.  Swelling should be examined and evaluated.  Please call your Dentist.

Question 2

if the head of my penis is discolored, could this be an sti?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: If discoloration has been present for a long time, with no change, then not likely a concern. 

If newly discolored and associated with pain or discharge, can be an std.

Question 3

my son is almost 7 and he has flat dark spot on his penis shaft and head. they appear to be discoloration under the skin. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: But it's easy to have your pediatrician evaluate it at his next visit.

Question 4

my penis head has become rough in texture, has become discolored (blotchy), and i have lost complete sensation on the top of the head of my penis. what can be causing this and is this treatable?

Accepted Answer

: This may be a sign very dryness of the glans due to excessive friction, allergic reactions,dermatological disorder. If you're unable to pinpoint &amp; correct the cause, consult a dermatologist.

Question 5

lump on head, pea sized, painful when touched, not red or discolored?

Accepted Answer

?cyst: If this has been present for only a few days, it may be an ingrown hair or a cyst. If it persists or worsens consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 6

from 3-4 months, i'm noticing a discolored area on my penis head... most probably it is not growing. it is non-itchy. it is whitish in color.

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: Most penile skin conditions are not serious. (For example, no STD is likely.) But there are several possibilities, and the treatments may be different for each one. You'll need to be examined in person, ideally by a dermatologist. Or look into HealthTap's concierge service:  with good imaging, an online dermatologist may be able to accurately diagnose and treat you. Good luck.

Question 7

from 3-4 months i'm noticing a discolored(whitish) area on my penis head, it is non-itchy, probably not growing or growing very slowly.what is it?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: The described whitish spot is most likely benign; so, continue your careful watching as described, but not over-bearing and obsessed. The key points of watching is its size, color, local induration, edge elevation, bleeding, etc. Should something be done with it? No, at this time and reviewing this spot in 4-6 months would be adequate.

Question 8

the top part of the head my penis is discolored (yellowish brown). this area is also smooth. any idea?

Accepted Answer

Need clarification : Does it look any different than before?do you have any discharge? Are you sexually active? You should get yourself checked out to rule out anything that may need any treatment

Question 9

i have a growth on the shaft of my penis; appeared this morning and has been there all day; isnt discolored; close to the head; might be a swolen vein?

Accepted Answer

Growth?: A swollen vein is not a growth. If it came up in one day then there is little chance this is a growth. If this persists you should see your doctor or have your parents take you to the doctor.
Best wishes.

Question 10

skin color tone on penis head? looks discolored. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: This is one of those problems where a visit to your doctor is necessary to figure out what's going on.  Only after a thorough evaluation, including examination and possibly labs and other tests, can your doctor correctly diagnose you and treat you effectively.

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I noticed a small, hard painless lump, probably about 1-2 cm in diameter on the floor of my mouth. no discoloration or other lumps on head or neck.

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If the head of my penis is discolored, could this be an sti?

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My son is almost 7 and he has flat dark spot on his penis shaft and head. they appear to be discoloration under the skin. should i be worried?

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My penis head has become rough in texture, has become discolored (blotchy), and i have lost complete sensation on the top of the head of my penis. what can be causing this and is this treatable?

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Lump on head, pea sized, painful when touched, not red or discolored?

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From 3-4 months, i'm noticing a discolored area on my penis head... most probably it is not growing. it is non-itchy. it is whitish in color.

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From 3-4 months i'm noticing a discolored(whitish) area on my penis head, it is non-itchy, probably not growing or growing very slowly.what is it?

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The top part of the head my penis is discolored (yellowish brown). this area is also smooth. any idea?

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I have a growth on the shaft of my penis; appeared this morning and has been there all day; isnt discolored; close to the head; might be a swolen vein?

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Skin color tone on penis head? looks discolored. should i be worried?

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