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A 20-year-old male asked:
Hi, two days ago i felt slight aching from the mid top side of my penis shaft after i finished masturbating. i might have been too tough, and now one of the veins that branches out right seems thicker and darker colored. there is no pain, only slight achi
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Dr. Michael Currananswered
Urology 29 years experience
Pain: Could have a thrombosis of a superficial vein. Not dangerous. Can be painful. Anti inflammatory meds if pain. Skin irritation will resolve spontaneously. Use lubricants in the future.
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Last updated Feb 22, 2015
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