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What Causes Swollen Bruise On The Penis Shaft?

hi i have a swollen bruise on the right side of my penis shaft. i am uncircumsiced it is on the head of the penis when not erect but moved to the side of the penis when erect. i am really concerned because i have had this now for a couple months now and has not gotten away. it does not hurt but it is infact swollen a color of pink/purple. The bruise is about half and inch to an inch in size. i dont know if its a blood vessel i am just so concerned becuase its been there way to long now.
Tue, 19 Apr 2016
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Hello dear
Understand your concern
Following are the cause of your problem:
Minor trauma
Friction injury
Fordcye papule/pearly papule
Ingrown hair follicle
Blocked lymphatic vessels
Sexual intercourse or masturbation

Advice for you
Just apply cold pad or cold gel
Apply liquid based lotion that contain vitamin and minerals
Wear loose cotton inner wear

If not resolved
Contact to doctor and undergo examination and take proper treatment
Hope this may help you
Best regards
Dr. sagar
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What Causes Swollen Bruise On The Penis Shaft?

Hello dear Understand your concern Following are the cause of your problem: Minor trauma Friction injury Fordcye papule/pearly papule Ingrown hair follicle Blocked lymphatic vessels Sexual intercourse or masturbation Advice for you Just apply cold pad or cold gel Apply liquid based lotion that contain vitamin and minerals Wear loose cotton inner wear If not resolved Contact to doctor and undergo examination and take proper treatment Hope this may help you Best regards Dr. sagar