Penile abnormalities: signs to watch out for

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Extract from the article: Curved penis, itching, pain - problems with the penis can be varied and sometimes serious. That's why it's important to learn to recognise the worrying signs. Here are some problems to look out for.

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Curved penis, itching, pain - problems with the penis can be varied and sometimes serious. That's why it's important to learn to recognise the worrying signs. Here are some problems to look out for.

Any change in the male genitalia, whether at rest or when erect, should be investigated to find the cause and initiate treatment.

Curved penis

According to some studies, 1 in 9 men have a curved penis. This curvature can cause pain for both men and women during intercourse. There are two causes of a curved penis: firstly, a genital curvature: it is present from birth, the curvature worsens with puberty. The problem can be solved with a surgical operation. Secondly, Lapeyronie's disease: over time, the penis can suffer micro-fractures that heal poorly and lead to curvatures at their level. Consult a urologist for appropriate treatment.

Painful erections

There are two types of painful erections: firstly, painful erections caused by medication or drugs: also known as priapism. This is a phamacological erection that is prolonged and can be painful. Usually the patient has taken substances to improve the erection or to make it last longer. Consult a doctor. Secondly, the natural painful erection, which often consists of a painful erection on waking. This is most often due to an erection that has lasted a long time during sleep. This kind of painful erection is then normal, even a sign of good health.

Swollen testicles

If the swelling of the testicles is not painful, it may be a hydrocele. A fluid-filled sac around a testicle gives the swollen appearance. A urologist should be consulted in order to analyse the fluid in the pouch and receive appropriate treatment. If the swelling is painful, it may be a cramp caused by: trauma or infection if the patient has a fever. Consult a doctor.

Rupture of the frenulum

The rupture of the foreskin is sudden and very painful. But it is a common and benign sexual accident if treated urgently. The foreskin is the skin that covers the glans at the end of the penis. The two are connected by another piece of skin: the frenulum. During erection, the glans shifts and the frenulum tightens. But during sex, if it is too short, it can tear and bleed. To stop the bleeding, compress the area for at least 10 minutes with a clean compress and contact a specialist as soon as possible.

Intense itching

If the glans area is itchy, stinging or burning, you should notice whitish deposits. Usually, this itching is caused by a fungus called "Candida Albicans", which can spread. Do not panic. Consult a dermatologist.

Pain during sex

If you feel burning, tingling or pain during sex, it may be due to a lack of lubrication; if the vagina is not sufficiently lubricated before sex, the skin of the glans can suffer and become irritated, resulting in burning. This may be due to sexually transmitted diseases; in the case of fungal infections on the penis, red patches appear which cause tingling, burning and itching. Consult a gynaecologist with your wife, who is probably infected. It can also be Lapeyronie's disease: it is manifested by a curvature of the penis, due to trauma caused during sexual intercourse. Since it often causes pain during sex, a specialist should be consulted as soon as possible for effective treatment.

William O.