Pigmented formations, whether moles or birthmarks, are localized on any part of a man’s body. A mole on the penis is a rare occurrence. A nevus can appear in the first year of life or already in adulthood. Moles always cause an ambiguous reaction in people, and their appearance in such an unusual place makes a man experience excitement and some anxiety.
The presence of nevi on the penis can cause discomfort in sexual life for a man.
What does a mole on the penis mean?
If a man has a mole on his genitals from birth, this means that there is no need to worry: such formations do not change throughout life, they rarely transform into melanoma, they do not cause physical discomfort, and therefore there is no need to treat them.
The formation of a nevus in adulthood can happen for various reasons.
It can be:
- hormonal changes,
- sexually transmitted infections
- radiation and x-ray exposure,
- frequent horseback riding, bicycle riding,
- failure to comply with personal hygiene rules,
- constant exposure to stressful situations,
- wearing tight underwear.
The peak formation of moles on a man’s body occurs during puberty. The appearance of nevi at a later date increases the risk of transformation of benign spots into a malignant tumor. It is these moles that need to be closely monitored.
What is nevus?
A mole or nevus consists of a cluster of melanin cells, which, under the influence of a hormone, develop into melanocytes.
Moles come in a variety of sizes, shapes and colors. The melanin found in the cell can color the mark in light and dark colors. A nevus can be convex and uneven or simply give a brown tint to the location. In rare cases, moles are red in color. The etiology of the formation of red marks is vascular growth. Red moles are medically called angiomas. In humans, moles begin to stand out visually during adolescence. During this period, the pituitary gland begins to actively produce melanotropic hormone. The hormone affects the proliferation of melanocytes and the appearance of marks.
The danger of moles on the penis
It is imperative to visit a dermatologist if many nevi appear on the penis in a short time. To prevent health problems, it is important to consult a doctor if moles are constantly injured while wearing underwear or during sexual intercourse. In this case, infection of the wound becomes possible.
The intimate zone is a closed space. Without air access, a large number of pathogenic microorganisms always accumulate here. With any, even microscopic damage to a mole, infection occurs. It has its own characteristic signs: redness, suppuration, pain and mild itching. If the formation is damaged, it is necessary to urgently take measures to stop the bleeding, treat the wound with an antiseptic, apply any antibacterial ointment to it, cover the wound with a sterile bandage and make an appointment with a doctor.
Who is a family member
There are several definitions of the name “family”:
- Genealogy defines it as a circle of persons related by blood or property. There is no place for foster children or foster parents.
- In the social aspect, the basis is a married couple living with their children, including adopted children, and elderly parents.
Previously, the basis of family relations was a marriage union between a man and a woman, enshrined in law. In some countries, same-sex marriages are officially registered. This is also a unit of society.
In what cases should you consult a doctor?
When exposed to certain factors, a mole on the penis can transform into melanoma and cause the formation of skin cancer. Malignancy has characteristic signs.
You need to start sounding the alarm if:
- The mole began to grow quickly.
- Roughness and cracks appeared on its surface.
- Its boundaries lost their clear outline, blurred and took on an asymmetrical shape.
- The color has changed: it has become lighter or darker.
- The skin around the nevus becomes inflamed, swelling, severe pain or itching appears.
- There is bleeding.
Baldness of a mole may be a reason to consult a doctor. Hair grows through many nevi; if such formations suddenly become “bald,” you should immediately make an appointment with an oncodermatologist.
Socialization
More precisely, our current concept can be considered using a social example. That is, not according to the laws, but as is accepted in society. The point is that family members are those relatives who surround us and are somehow blood related to us.
As a rule, these are people who have common grandparents, aunts and uncles, brothers and sisters. Such a society is called a family. Typically, older family members are involved in raising children in the new generation.
To be honest, being related to a person by blood is usually not enough to be called a family member. Typically, between such people (relatives), there must be emotional closeness and psychological connection. For example, a family member is a child. But parents, who seem to have given life to a new generation, cannot always be called family members. They must exercise their parental functions in order to be called parents. So our current concept is a completely relative thing. However, let's put aside all the formalities and see who is who and who in the family tree.
Methods for diagnosing moles
An experienced doctor is able to distinguish a birthmark from an acquired nevus by its appearance, classify the formation and understand whether it poses a threat to the patient’s life. Benign nevi do not need to be treated, if there is a suspicion of the onset of malignancy, a biopsy of the affected area is performed, and the biological material is sent for histology. If it confirms signs of malignancy of the mole, it must be removed.
Indications for the use of radical treatment are also:
- inconvenient localization of the nevus (it grows in places where it is constantly injured while wearing underwear),
- the upper part of the mole rises significantly above the surface of the skin.
To identify contraindications for removal and to select the method of resection, a general blood test, urine test, biochemical blood test, and tumor markers are prescribed.
What nevi exist?
There are two main types of formations: vascular and pigmented. The vascular appearance occurs due to excessive proliferation of blood capillaries. A bundle of capillaries appears under the top layer of the skin and is red in color. Pigmented spots appear at the site of accumulation of melanocytes and have different localizations. Also, formations on the penis are divided according to the type of appearance:
- Congenital nevi appear on the skin of the penis during the first year of life;
- Acquired moles appear throughout the entire period of a man’s life.
Congenital formations are distinguished by size. Small nevi are those whose size is no more than one and a half centimeters. Medium spots have a diameter of up to 10 cm. Moles that are larger than 10 cm are called large or giant. A man should pay the most attention to medium and large moles.
Acquired marks are distinguished by the type of their localization in the skin:
- The intradermal mark is located in the deep layers of the epidermis and has unclear boundaries;
- The epidermal spot is located under the top layer of the skin and has clear boundaries;
- Mixed moles occur due to the accumulation of cells between the top and bottom layers of skin (epidermis and dermis).
Mole removal methods
You can get rid of moles growing on the penis as much as possible and without consequences using three methods:
- radio wave excision,
- laser therapy,
- traditional surgery.
The use of radio wave excision involves exposing the nevus to high-frequency current. It is formed by the installation, and then transferred to a special nozzle. It can be in the form of a metal loop or ball. The surgeon pre-treats the skin with a local anesthetic, then selects a nozzle depending on the scope of the upcoming tasks. He first cuts off the mole with a loop, then cauterizes the tissue located next to it with a ball. At the same time, coagulation of blood vessels, nerve receptors, and disinfection of the resulting wound are performed. The operation takes place quickly (15-20 minutes), without blood loss. The postoperative field is covered with scab. It provides reliable protection against the penetration of pathogenic bacteria. Natural healing processes take place underneath. The scab falls off on its own within a month, leaving a barely noticeable scar on the skin.
Laser exposure generates thermal radiation, which evaporates water from the cellular space. As a result, the tissues of the formation are destroyed, and at the same time the vessels and nerve endings are cauterized, which eliminates the possibility of bleeding and severe pain. This method is used to remove raised moles and to excise nevi growing on the glans penis (the most sensitive place in male flesh). During the operation, the surgeon has the ability to control the depth of laser penetration, so healthy tissue is not injured. The postoperative period is very short, the wound heals within a week, relapses are extremely rare.
Traditional surgery is very painful, so this operation is performed only under anesthesia. It lasts about an hour, after which stitches are placed on the wound. The postoperative period lasts a long time: during the first week, the patient undergoes antiseptic treatment of the sutures three times a day, followed by the application of a sterile bandage. The patient is taking a course of antibiotics. It prevents the attachment of a bacterial component. After seven days, the sutures are removed, and treatment of the wound continues for another week. Additionally, anti-inflammatory treatment is performed. Surgery is resorted to when there is a suspicion of the presence of malignancy processes. Laser therapy does not allow, after surgery, to obtain removed tissue for histological analysis.
How to get rid of nevi
If a mole causes discomfort to a man or he simply wants to get rid of it, he should consult a dermatologist. During an external examination, the dermatologist will determine whether the stain can be removed immediately or whether additional tests are necessary. If a malignant neoplasm is suspected, the doctor may refer the patient for a biopsy of the penis tissue. To carry out the procedure, a small area of the mole is separated and sent to the laboratory for microscopic examination. If the mole is not malignant, the doctor will suggest the following methods for excision of the nevus:
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- Surgical method;
- Laser excision;
- Electrocoagulation removal.
If the mole occupies a large surface area of the penis, then it can be removed using a regular scalpel. After the nevus is completely excised, the edges of the skin are sutured with surgical sutures. If a mole is suspected of malignancy, it is sent from surgery for histological examination. The patient can independently insist on histology.
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Laser excision of a spot from the skin of the penis is carried out using a laser beam. The method does not injure surrounding tissues and does not lead to bleeding. The surface of damaged vessels is sealed with a laser, leaving the surgical field dry. Laser surgery takes a minimal amount of time, and the patient can go home immediately. The disadvantage of laser therapy is the complete destruction of the mark. Further histology is not possible with laser therapy.
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Electrocoagulation is carried out using electrical waves at the tip of a surgical knife. Electrocoagulation removal of marks is the most positive method. The surgical field does not bleed under the influence of waves, and the tissues adjacent to the mole are not injured. After excision, the tissue can be sent for histological examination.
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A man who has a nevus on his penis should consult a dermatologist for advice.
After the wedding
Let's try to sort out all this confusion. To be honest, you shouldn’t know all relatives by their “names.” It is better to understand that this is some distant family member whose name is so-and-so. It would be enough. And we will look at the most important people with whom we will become related after the wedding.
The groom's mother and father are the mother-in-law and father-in-law. Probably all young people know this. The bride's parents are father-in-law and mother-in-law. The brother-in-law is the husband's brother, and the sister-in-law is his sister. Not such common names, right? Brother-in-law is his wife's brother, sister-in-law is her sister. These are probably the people worth remembering. The rest of the family are just relatives for you.
