What Do Red Lines On The Penis Indicate?

Posted on Thu, 26 Jan 2017

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Question : There are small red lines on the underside of my penis there is no pain and doesn't affect the penile function just curious what they are

Answered by Dr. Ilyas Patel (-3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Red lines are the Capillaries

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I can understand your concern for the red lines underneath skin of glans and prepuce of penis. I saw the photo you posted. I feel that most probably the red lines are the capillaries. So, do not worry. This is harmless.

I hope this would clear your doubt.

Thanks.

Dr.Ilyas Patel MD

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Ilyas Patel (29 minutes later)

Ok is there anything i can do to make them go away creams? Etc I have not done anything really penal related for a few weeks and they've been there for a few weeks but seem to of not gon awaye

Answered by Dr. Ilyas Patel (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Red lines are the capillaries

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

The dilated capillaries may be there from long time. You may not have noted. Do not worry. They are the blood vessels only. It is normal and may occur with many people. Take it easy.

Ok...

Dr.Ilyas Patel MD

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy