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Suggest Treatment For Growing Lump On Penis

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Posted on Mon, 8 Dec 2014
Question: I'm a 79 yr old man that has a lump on my penis on the shaft , It has been specklated that it may have to be removed. There is no pain,swelling or irratation. Don't know what to do. Was noticed about 3 months after open heart surgery in Feb. Started out at 1 centimeter and now is 3 centimeters. may be contacted at: YYYY@YYYY.com
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Answered by Dr. Dr. P. T. Patil (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Needs to be clinicaly examined .

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have lump in shaft of the penis which is gradually increasing in size.

I shall be happy if you can post me few more details to help me in making comments on your problem.
1) Does the lump freely movable under the skin ?
2) Is there white spot at the topt of lump?
3) Is it hard or can be squeezed between fingers.?

Mostly it could be a Sebaceous Cyst or a calcified plaque.

Please consult qualified Urologist for clinical examination to confirm the diagnosis..

If turns out to be sebaceous cyst it may need to get excised under local anaesthesia.

Hope I have answered your query. Please feel free to write if you have more questions I shall be happy to help you .
Thanks and Regards .
Dr.Patil.


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Suggest Treatment For Growing Lump On Penis

Brief Answer: Needs to be clinicaly examined . Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have lump in shaft of the penis which is gradually increasing in size. I shall be happy if you can post me few more details to help me in making comments on your problem. 1) Does the lump freely movable under the skin ? 2) Is there white spot at the topt of lump? 3) Is it hard or can be squeezed between fingers.? Mostly it could be a Sebaceous Cyst or a calcified plaque. Please consult qualified Urologist for clinical examination to confirm the diagnosis.. If turns out to be sebaceous cyst it may need to get excised under local anaesthesia. Hope I have answered your query. Please feel free to write if you have more questions I shall be happy to help you . Thanks and Regards . Dr.Patil.