Dr. Ankush Jairath
Urology
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Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
In the past few months, I acquired spider veins and varicose veins on both sides of my penis. The veins are thick, dark blue and engorged with blood even when the penis is flaccid. Varicose veins run in my family but never thought I could have them there. They also are accompanied with dull aching pain. It seems they are just becoming bigger every day. Is there any treatment to have these veins removed? If I get them removed, will it affect my erections, which I currently have no problem with?
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
Varicose veins are a very rare entity if they are present on your penile skin. Most of the time they need no intervention unless they are causing so much pain which is interfering with your daily activity or for cosmetic reasons. As they are superficial, removing them does not result in loss of erection. Do you have varicose veins elsewhere? Have you ever get doppler ultrasound done (if not get it done to stratify the grade of varicose veins). If you can upload a photo it will be great. Lastly, does your job involves standing for a long time?
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor,
No, I have no varicose veins elsewhere. I believe this may be due to a clot of some kind which explains the sudden and quick appearance. I have not had an ultrasound, how would I arrange one of these? My job would not require me to stand for long periods. I will attach the photos.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
After seeing the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity), I assure that there is no need for any kind of intervention. I mean, you are having slight thick tortuous veins but nothing seems to be pathological. The condition has no adverse health effects. It may bruise during sexual intercourse but very rarely and thus wearing of a condom is highly recommended in that case. Or you can use lubricants during masturbation or during sexual intercourse to avoid bruising the vein.
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