Question 1

could you tell me what is the purpose of the frenulum (penis) ?

Accepted Answer

Here are some...: Its existence and sensitivity have contributed to initiating sexual arousal + erection and sensing sexual pleasure. That is why I will do the best I can to preserve it at performing circumcision.

Question 2

small (3 mm) side to side all the way through hole in frenulum (penis). no pain and not sure how long its been there.  how long will it take to heal?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: The specifics in this Q is unclear to offer a specific answer. Generally speaking, a uncomplicated fresh scratch or laceration will heal in 5-10 days, but if such wound is inside the chronically inflamed foreskin, the course of healing will be protractable and lengthy of uncertain period. To decide the fate of such wound, a direct inspection on the penis is needed. So, seek professional attention.

Question 3

does short frenulum in penis adjust itself as we age?

Accepted Answer

: yes in most cases

Question 4

i got a slight cut on the frenulum of penis and have little pain. please advice.

Accepted Answer

Probably OK: This area of the body has a great blood supply and heals rapidly.  If the cut is slight, and does not seem infected and you are not doing active sexual activity for a few days,  you should do fine.  If something happens you cannot explain, see your family doctor for evaluation.

Question 5

cut on frenulum of penis has healed but there seems to be a hard white color gland sort of thing on frenulum what's it? do smoking cause cut to reopen

Accepted Answer

Unable. : Unable to say what it is without an appropriate physical exam. Need to see your physician for a physical exam. Yes cigarette can decrease wound healing.

Question 6

small squishy "pimple" like spot on frenulum of penis, does not pop. been there for 4+ years. any idea what it is? any treatments? (ie creams)

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: Some men have 2-3 pimple-like spots on each side of frenulum, i.e., common benign angiofibromas, which are harmless and require no need for Rx. The best thing to do is leave them alone; don't hurt your self. If still in doubt, seek pro-evaluation and counseling.

Question 7

m-19 ,since my adolscence feeling bad with my frenulum of penis which is tight and not entire shaft is going back .that frenulum dragging head of my penis down and feeling uncomfortable when it get errected.give me suggetion to get rid of the problem?

Accepted Answer

: Consult a urologist for a relatively simple incision of the frenulum, to eliminate restriction of penis during erection.

Question 8

around frenulum of penis, yellowish white object stuck peeking out from under skin. no pain, no burning sensation when urinating and urine is normal color. just worried during oral sex if it will become a problem?

Accepted Answer

: It sounds like a dried collection of a secretion called smegma. It can be gently removed with a wet Q tip or a urologist.

Question 9

my bf cut his frenulum of his penis. what should he do?

Accepted Answer

Only frenulum?: If isolated to the frenulum and only that, nothing in particular other than allowing 7-10 days for healing.  If an extensive laceration of more than just the frenulm which extends to the glans and/or body of penis it should be examined by a doctor.  Either way, no intercourse of any kind until healed.

Question 10

can someone tell me how to know if my frenulum bending my penis?

Accepted Answer

Chordee?: If you look different from most men in pictures, ask your physician whether you might have a minor degree of chordee; this often accompanies mild hypospadias. A urologist can manage if it is a problem.

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A member asked:

Could you tell me what is the purpose of the frenulum (penis) ?

A member asked:

Small (3 mm) side to side all the way through hole in frenulum (penis). no pain and not sure how long its been there. how long will it take to heal?

A member asked:

Does short frenulum in penis adjust itself as we age?

A member asked:

I got a slight cut on the frenulum of penis and have little pain. please advice.

A member asked:

Cut on frenulum of penis has healed but there seems to be a hard white color gland sort of thing on frenulum what's it? do smoking cause cut to reopen

A member asked:

Small squishy "pimple" like spot on frenulum of penis, does not pop. been there for 4+ years. any idea what it is? any treatments? (ie creams)

A member asked:

M-19 ,since my adolscence feeling bad with my frenulum of penis which is tight and not entire shaft is going back .that frenulum dragging head of my penis down and feeling uncomfortable when it get errected.give me suggetion to get rid of the problem?

A member asked:

Around frenulum of penis, yellowish white object stuck peeking out from under skin. no pain, no burning sensation when urinating and urine is normal color. just worried during oral sex if it will become a problem?

A member asked:

My bf cut his frenulum of his penis. what should he do?

A member asked:

Can someone tell me how to know if my frenulum bending my penis?

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