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The back side of the head of my penis hurts. there is a line going from the tip to the end of the head of the penis that is red. i haven't had sex.

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Dr. Forrest Jones answered

Irritated frenulum: Assuming you are circumcised, you appear to have irritation of your frenulum, most likely from friction against your clothes or otherwise. Petrolatum should help, and it should heal in 24-48 hours. See you clinician if further questions or if it is not improving.

Answered 1/9/2015

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A member asked:

The back side of the head of my penis hurts. there is a line going from the tip to the end of the head of the penis that is red. i haven't had sex.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Forrest Jones answered

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