AboutArthur Goldstein, M.D. Expertise Any problems or questions related to the field of urology; ie urinary stone disease, urinary cancers (kidney, bladder, prostate, testis, etc.), urinary infections, impotency, etc.
Experience I am retired from the active practice of urology. My 34 years was totally in the clinical field and involved the entire gamut of genitourinary problems, with special interest in male impotence and endourology.
Organizations American Medical Association, American Urological Association, American College of Surgeons
Dean wrote at 2008-08-08 07:42:27
HI, I have the exact same problem as you do. Like exactly the same. And I found some information on another website which may relate to us and oppose the fact that we may have Peyronie's (thank god).
here's what I found=
am a 22 year old male, and a couple of days ago I noticed a
small (~1cm long and a few mm wide) hard lump underneath the
skin of my penis. It is located on top towards the upper part
of the shaft but below the head by about 1cm or less depending
on the size of my penis. It is not very deep inside, but it is
definitely well underneath the skin (I can push it around a
little like a vein). It is more noticeable when my penis is
erect. It has not caused me any pain, and everything seems to
be in working order. I urinate fine, I was able to acheive an
erection without any problems (though I felt like I could I did
not try to actually have an orgasm), and everything appears to
look fine too. I have never had any problems with my penis,
glands, testicles, or anything else in that region before - no
unusual marks, smells, weird fluids, or anything. The last time
The differential diagnosis of a lump on the penis is somewhat long and variable. However, what you describe sounds like a thrombosed penile vein, or perhaps may be a plaque associated with Peyronie’s disease, or a skin process similar to a sebaceous cyst.
Superficial veins on the shaft of the penis are normal and usually do not cause any pain. However, sometimes a vein can become thrombosed (clotted) and will then feel like a thin cord similar to what you describe as a lump and may (or may not) cause pain. This is usually self limited and will go away in several weeks.
Peyronie’s disease is a condition which involves curvature of the penis (which you do not seem to have) associated with penile plaques that are deep to the skin at the fibrous layer called the tunica albuginea. I do not think that you have Peyroni’s disease based on the information you provided, although this diagnosis would also be best made by someone who can examine you in person.
Another possibility is a sebaceous cyst in the skin of the penis, or perhaps inclusion cysts at the circumcision site (if you are circumcised). These diagnoses are benign, but can only be made by your doctor who can examine you in person and differentiate them from any possible worrisome process.
In General, since penile lesions can not be assessed on the internet, I am not in the position of evaluating you. If this lump persists, I recommend you see your personal physician or a urologist who would be in better position to evaluate and possibly treat this condition. Wish you the best.
This information is provided for general medical education purposes only. Please consult your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition. More individualized care is available at the Henry Ford Hospital and its satellites (1 800 653 6568).
Sincerely,
HFHS M.D.-JJ
Experienced1 wrote at 2008-09-29 18:29:12
It could also be syphillis a (STD) sometimes it will cause a wart like bump to appear on the penis. See your doctor because you never know who your partner has had sex with. Keep it safe and see your doctor. P.S. Safe sex is the best route anytime. Just wrap it up. Good Luck!!!
