What causes penis lumps?
Lumps of penis refer to small or,
sometimes large, swellings or growths on the surface of the penis. The causes
or types of the lumps can be divided into the following two categories:
Normal cause of penis lumps
You should always keep in mind that
penile skin is often bumpy and lumpy, so it's possible that you're simply
mistaking that as a lump. The bumps on your penis could also be sebaceous cysts
of hair follicles or an allergic reaction, both of which are harmless and non-contagious
(you won’t transmit those while having sex). Or, alternatively, the raised
surfaces could be pearly penile papules, which often appear as one or two rings
of small "pearly" or domelike bumps that form around the glans (the
head) of the penis and are also nothing to worry about.
Abnormal
causes of penis lumps
However, it's quite possible that the
bumps are indicative of a more serious STD, such as HPV (human papillomavirus),
which can cause genital warts that are either raised or flat, white or
flesh-colored, and usually don't itch or burn. Less common is MCV (molluscum
contagiosum virus), which is related to the pox family of viruses and appears
as clustered, whitish bumps with a central indentation. Both conditions often
require removal by a topical treatment or surgical procedure. Herpes may also
show up as bumps, bite-like pimples or a crusty rash with no physical
discomfort, though it more often manifests as sores or blisters that do itch
and burn.
All three of the above STDs are
viruses, so they can be spread through skin-to-skin contact with the infected
area; even when symptoms aren't present. And, since it's impossible to determine
what the bumps are without a medical diagnosis, you should encourage yourself
get checked out by a doctor while the bumps are still visible, i.e., as early
as possible. Until then, your best bet is to play it safe and avoid contact
with your partner's genitals (even with a condom) until you get a clean bill of
health.
