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What Causes Hardness And Skin Discoloration At The Site Of Preputioplasty?

Hello, my name is Jordon Olsen and I am 20 years of age. Last Wednesday I had a Preputioplasty, so I know it s supposed to be swollen for the first couple of weeks, and it also has some dissolvable stitches in there. The only thing that concerns me, is that around the place where some of my stitches are visible there is hard and black material around there that seems to be spreading. I m not sure if it s the skin on my penis (the underside of the penis, at the front on either side) or if it s the rotting of the stitches in some way. On the right side of the penis near where the incision was made, is also a pus filled area which is causing some concern. I ve kept the penis clean, but these things are worrying me. Any feedback would be appreciated, thank you.
Mon, 24 Dec 2018
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Hello,

Most probably it will be a post-op induration and will settle by itself. The stitches are absorbable and will dissolve by itself. If lesion persists you can consult a urologist and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Hardness And Skin Discoloration At The Site Of Preputioplasty?

Hello, Most probably it will be a post-op induration and will settle by itself. The stitches are absorbable and will dissolve by itself. If lesion persists you can consult a urologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician