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A 18-year-old male asked:

Around the top of my penis, the skin is ver dark (like a dirty colour) and its patchy and i think maybe is because of masturbation! is there anyway i ?

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Dr. Donald Alves
Emergency Medicine 26 years experience
Not likely: So this failed soap&water? Is it a new change, or has it looked similar for years? The longer it's looked that way, the better, as is most likely normal for you. If new/changed, should be seen by a urologist to be sure is not a problem. Might be from your choice of lube and/or dirt/chemicals on hands--wash beforehand.
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Dr. Francisco R. Rodriguez
Urology 11 years experience
Penis color: Is possible to cause bleeding under the skin if you cause trauma during masturbation.
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It's impossible to know what's going on or how to advise you. In person exam is necessary. See a doctor, ideally a urologist. Good luck.
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A 19-year-old male asked:
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Last updated Mar 6, 2013

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