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I have a small hard bump on the shaft of my penis .its under the skin like a very small ball .it doesn't pain only when i try to prick it please help?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Sebum: Leave this alone. It is a benign process that will resolve on its own.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I have a small hard bump on the shaft of my penis .its under the skin like a very small ball .it doesn't pain only when i try to prick it please help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

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