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A 16-year-old male asked:
Small hard lump under the dorsal vein on top of penis. it's slightly palpable when standing but most when lying down. straight erection. what is it?
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Dr. Darren Mackanswered
Urology 14 years experience
Many possibilities: Penile masses can vary in etiology from cysts, fibrous plaques, malignancies, superficial thrombophlebitis, and more. An ultrasound in addition to an examination by a urologist could elucidate the condition further. The article describes Mondor's Disease, a case of superficial thrombophlebitis of the penis
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I have sensitivity, pain on the neck of glans of my penis during erection. Its like a small bump on the vein but not painful on the touch. It becomes a problem during sexual contact. Its been like this over a month. What action should I take?
Dr. Hiep Leanswered
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You should be evaluated by a urologist for ruling out Mondor's disease.
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A 21-year-old male asked:
Penis feels hard and stiff when flaccid. It hurts when I get erection. When lie down its soft. Anyone heard of hard flaccid syndrome. I also noticed one of my veins pulse on the shaft of my penis. Is a Doppler needed ? Is it scar tissue?
Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered
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Peyronie's disease would be a consideration. A urologist is best to consult for evaluation and advice.
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A male asked:
I have a white lump in the middle of the top of my penis. It gets really hard when I have an erection... Could it be harmful?
Dr. Richard Tholenanswered
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A 25-year-old male asked:
Small lump on penis on top of the big vein in the middle of it what could it be? No pain
Dr. David Sneidanswered
Endocrinology 43 years experience
Don't know: Because we can't examine you over the internet. Your doctor can and you should see him/her at your next visit.
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A 22-year-old male asked:
I've a raised vein in dorsal aspect of my penis. It's visible even in flaccid state. Sometimes it becomes more prominent. It goes away after lying down. Is it vericose vein? What should i do?
Dr. Birendra Tandananswered
Urology 36 years experience
No it is not abnormal. It is the dorsal vein of the penis and is more prominent in some than in others. Nothing to be done. you will be fine.
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Answered Oct 04, 2022
Last updated Dec 21, 2018
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