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A 20-year-old female asked about a 24-year-old male:
Should i see a doctor about a small growth of 3mm in diameter on the shaft of my penis? looks like a small wart or pimple, has been there for 2 years.
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Dr. David Earleanswered
General Surgery 33 years experience
Probably ok: If its been there for two years, and is unchanged, it is probably normal. If you want to get it checked out, see a urologist for an exam. The piece of mind alone may be worth it. Hope this helps!
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