A member asked:

I've noticed that from time to time the head of my penis starts to disappear under the skin of the shaft. i was circumcised at birth. it doesn't cause discomfort, but it's kind of weird. is this a concern?

Q: i've noticed that from time to time the head of my penis starts to disappear under the skin of the shaft. i was circumcised at birth. it doesn't cause discomfort, but it's kind of weird. is this a concern?

: Not uncommon, nothing to concern.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Not uncommon, nothing to concern.

Answered 2/14/2022

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

It depends on how much skin was removed at circumcision. If the skin is easily retracted and there is no other symptom not to worry.

Answered 2/15/2022

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A member asked:

I've noticed that from time to time the head of my penis starts to disappear under the skin of the shaft. i was circumcised at birth. it doesn't cause discomfort, but it's kind of weird. is this a concern?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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