Question 1

i have hairs on my penis base and middle.....how to remove them permanently?

Accepted Answer

Depilation : Depilation is a therapy then removes the hair and hair follicle to prevent recurrence. A dermatologist would be a good resource to evaluate that with. Topical hair removals may be adequate as well. Suggest to see your primary care physician to discuss further.

Question 2

i have noticeable hairs on my penis and some bumps which have puss in them. i want to know how to get rid of them or lessen their extent. ?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: You need to be evaluated, can't really direct you with limited information and not visually inspecting and examining the area together with proper history, goodluck

Question 3

i have what appears to be small black heads or ingrown hairs on my penis shaft sometimes they get big and when i squeeze them it is similar to what comes out when you squeeze a blackhead is this normal and any way to get rid of?

Accepted Answer

No worries: Blackheads are normal on the penis. This isn't anything to be worried about. If you remain concerned, see your doctor.

Question 4

can you explain to me why there is hair on my penis?

Accepted Answer

It's supposed to: Hair distribution is very much genetically pre determined. Most of us do have hair there.

Question 5

is it normal to have hair growing slightly up the penis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This is perfectly normal.  Almost all men have it.

Question 6

my son is eight now he has hair on his penis since he was six is this commom?

Accepted Answer

Premature pubarche: Your son has a condition known premature pubarche where there is premature development of sexual hair without any development of secondary sexual characteristics.

Question 7

i'm 23 years old and i have just started noticing that i have hair literally growing on my penis! what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Well: Unless you have unusually heavy hair growth all over for no reason, this is not something harmful to you.  
However if you do have unusually heavy growth, you should have this checked out.

Question 8

if hair does not come in thicker why does it feel like it is becoming rougher? especially after i shave around my penis?

Accepted Answer

Stubble feels thick: Stubble (short hair that is regrowing after shaving) feels thicker to the touch than it actually is, which is why many people think that shaving will cause hair shafts to thicken. (it doesn't.) as the hair continues to grow and becomes more flexible, it will return to its normal texture.

Question 9

do you need to shave the hair above your penis? there is hair above my penis and i don't know if i should shave it or not

Accepted Answer

Personal choice: There is no medical need to shave anywhere.  Your personal preferences are really the deciding factor.  To manscape, or not?  There is no wrong answer!

Question 10

my son is 4'10" & age 12. i have seen some new hair grown on his penis , will his height increase more? wt can i do to increase his height?

Accepted Answer

Healthy lifestyle: The signs you mention are the beginning not the end of puberty.He will likely grow a little faster over the next 1-4 years.You are most likely to reach your tallest potential height by following a healthy diet, getting appropriate sleep ; and remaining physically active.

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I have hairs on my penis base and middle.....how to remove them permanently?

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I have noticeable hairs on my penis and some bumps which have puss in them. i want to know how to get rid of them or lessen their extent. ?

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I have what appears to be small black heads or ingrown hairs on my penis shaft sometimes they get big and when i squeeze them it is similar to what comes out when you squeeze a blackhead is this normal and any way to get rid of?

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Can you explain to me why there is hair on my penis?

A member asked:

Is it normal to have hair growing slightly up the penis?

A member asked:

My son is eight now he has hair on his penis since he was six is this commom?

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I'm 23 years old and i have just started noticing that i have hair literally growing on my penis! what does this mean?

A member asked:

If hair does not come in thicker why does it feel like it is becoming rougher? especially after i shave around my penis?

A member asked:

Do you need to shave the hair above your penis? there is hair above my penis and i don't know if i should shave it or not

A member asked:

My son is 4'10" & age 12. i have seen some new hair grown on his penis , will his height increase more? wt can i do to increase his height?

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