Pain in the Penis
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Content updated on Sep 6, 2022
About the symptom
Penile pain is an itching, burning, or throbbing sensation in the base, shaft, head, or foreskin of the penis.
Possible causes
- Genital herpes
This is a sexually transmitted disease caused by Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). It causes painful, small blisters over the private parts.
Balanoposthitis
This refers to inflammation over the tip of the penis and foreskin. This is a result of irritation of skin from poor hygiene or from a sexually transmitted infection.
- Gonorrhea
This is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacteria N. gonorrhoeae.
sickle cell disease
Questions your doctor may ask about this symptom
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
Do you have pain in the penis?
Do you have a fever?
Do you have any skin problems?
Do you have sores or erosion in your private area?
Do you feel pain when passing urine?
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National Center for Child Health and Development, Japan