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Cordlike vein under the surface of the skin running along the penile shaft. a little hard to the touch, but not particularly painful. more prominent when erect but can be felt when flaccid. normal urine color and no burning or pain. what is this?

Q: cordlike vein under the surface of the skin running along the penile shaft. a little hard to the touch, but not particularly painful. more prominent when erect but can be felt when flaccid. normal urine color and no burning or pain. what is this?

: You probably have penile Mondor's disease. This condition is usually self-limited. You can get more info from this link: https://www.urologynews.uk.com/features/synopsis/post/penile-mondor-s-disease

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

You probably have penile Mondor's disease. This condition is usually self-limited. You can get more info from this link: https://www.urologynews.uk.com/features/synopsis/post/penile-mondor-s-disease

Answered 1/4/2023

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Probably thrombotic scar of the top vein of the penis. This will heal gradually and you will be fine

Answered 1/5/2023

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A member asked:

Cordlike vein under the surface of the skin running along the penile shaft. a little hard to the touch, but not particularly painful. more prominent when erect but can be felt when flaccid. normal urine color and no burning or pain. what is this?

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