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Swelling/lump in perineum my husband (age 80) has a lump behind his penis in what i believe is the perineum -- it's the area that connects the scrotum to the rest of his body. the lump is fairly large, smooth, and does not hurt. it seems to be tender wh

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He : He may be dealing with an enlarged lymph node, a tumor (benign or cancerous), or a cyst. The ultrasound should be revealing. If not a ct scan may be needed. Best of luck.

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

Swelling/lump in perineum my husband (age 80) has a lump behind his penis in what i believe is the perineum -- it's the area that connects the scrotum to the rest of his body. the lump is fairly large, smooth, and does not hurt. it seems to be tender wh

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Joy Jackson answered

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