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What could be the hard thick cord along the shaft of penis?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have been masturbating on a daily basis for a long time. For the past two years, I have noticed a swollen hard thick cord along the shaft of my penis. It is more obvious when flaccid. It is nonpainful at all and it is pulsating and changes sizes. Help me, please.

Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Vishal

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vaibhav Vishal is a Urologist skilled in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the urinary tract and male reproductive system. His expertise includes managing kidney stones, urinary tract infections, prostate disorders, male infertility, and urologic cancers. He is proficient in performing minimally invasive procedures, endoscopic surgeries, and providing comprehensive care for both adult and pediatric urological conditions.

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Hi,

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Masturbation does not cause any such thickened cord, usually, these cord-like structures are dilated veins. It does not require treatment except in very rare cases when it is painful. Still, I would recommend you to visit a urologist once for physical examination as a condition which you have described can be best diagnosed after a physical examination.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Divya Banu M
Published At September 24, 2019
Reviewed At June 3, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vaibhav Vishal is a Urologist skilled in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the urinary tract and male reproductive system. His expertise includes managing kidney stones, urinary tract infections, prostate disorders, male infertility, and urologic cancers. He is proficient in performing minimally invasive procedures, endoscopic surgeries, and providing comprehensive care for both adult and pediatric urological conditions.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Divya Banu M is a dedicated Dental Surgeon with valuable clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of various diseases and conditions affecting the oral cavity. With a gentle and patient-centered approach, she is committed to promoting oral health and enhancing smiles through quality dental care. Her areas of expertise include restorative dentistry, preventive dental care, and cosmetic dental procedures.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vaibhav Vishal is a Urologist skilled in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the urinary tract and male reproductive system. His expertise includes managing kidney stones, urinary tract infections, prostate disorders, male infertility, and urologic cancers. He is proficient in performing minimally invasive procedures, endoscopic surgeries, and providing comprehensive care for both adult and pediatric urological conditions.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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