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Darker Penis And Circular Spot On Penis Head. Should I Be Worried?

Hello I am a 20 year old African American. I'm not really light skinned or dark skinned, but somewhere in the middle. for a long time I have notice that my penis is darker than the rest of my body. I'm not sure if that is a problem or not but I also noticed that on the center of the head there is a circular spot where the color is lighter than the rest of the head. My Question is should I be worried about this discoloration. (no itching or pain is associated)
Tue, 10 Dec 2013
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Hi,Welcome to Health care magic forum.
As you describe the color of the penis is darker than the rest of the body. It is common with majority of the people, due to wrinkled skin over the penis, at rest. When it is erected it may become lighter in color.
The head has a spot at the center which is lighter , unless you have contact, pain, or itching you need not worry at this age. It could be a physiological spot.
Still if you are worried you can consult a dermatologist for diagnosis.
Maintain good hygene of the parts, to avoid any problems.
Wishing for a quick and complete recovery.
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Darker Penis And Circular Spot On Penis Head. Should I Be Worried?

Hi,Welcome to Health care magic forum. As you describe the color of the penis is darker than the rest of the body. It is common with majority of the people, due to wrinkled skin over the penis, at rest. When it is erected it may become lighter in color. The head has a spot at the center which is lighter , unless you have contact, pain, or itching you need not worry at this age. It could be a physiological spot. Still if you are worried you can consult a dermatologist for diagnosis. Maintain good hygene of the parts, to avoid any problems. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery.