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I have a numbness/stinging on the shaft and tip of my penis similar to when your arms or legs fall asleep, but not to that extent. i am able to achieve an erection though it seems that when flaccid it is a lot smaller and slightly discolored. ?

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Dr. Angel Arturo Moya Marquez answered

Hi: This is nothing to worry about, those sensations and those changes while being limp is completely normal.

Answered 8/11/2020

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A member asked:

I have a numbness/stinging on the shaft and tip of my penis similar to when your arms or legs fall asleep, but not to that extent. i am able to achieve an erection though it seems that when flaccid it is a lot smaller and slightly discolored. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Angel Arturo Moya Marquez answered

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