All men are very sensitive to the health of reproductive organs. For many of them, sexual failure is a verdict. Therefore, swelling of the penis can panic almost any man. There can be many reasons, so the sooner you see a doctor, the less you will suffer from doubt.
Possible options
Representatives of the stronger sex do not like to go to the hospital, especially on such a personal issue. But swelling of the penis can be a serious health hazard. Most often this is a consequence of the inflammatory process. But the reasons may lie in infectious diseases, allergic reactions and mechanical injuries. Harmless reasons are also possible. Swelling of the penis can be caused by numerous and prolonged masturbation or sexual intercourse.
Common reasons
Swelling may be due to mechanical friction. That is, corny tight underwear leads to this phenomenon. If you take a shower in the evening and put on clean linen, the problem goes away by itself. On the other hand, a number of cases can lead to swelling of the penis:
- An inflammatory process that is characterized by itching and burning. Usually the sensations are quite painful. Who experienced - knows how hard they are tolerated.
- Pain Most often during intercourse.
- Purulent discharge.
- You clearly see redness in the foreskin.
- There is pain during urination.
- In the urine, bloody inclusions can be noticed.
If any of these symptoms appear, you should definitely consult a doctor.
Systemic disease response
First of all, the doctor should collect an anamnesis, that is, information about chronic diseases. Some of them can contribute to swelling of the genital organs, although pathological processes do not affect them.
- Chronic heart failure leads to swelling throughout the body. It begins with limbs and gradually rises up. As a result, the penis swells, the process can affect the scrotum.
- Serious impaired renal function.
- Compression of the iliac vein. Since the outflow of blood is disturbed, the genital organ also swells. Most often this happens with metastases. If there is a history of oncology, you must immediately report your observations to your doctor. This may indicate the progression of the disease.
If the cause of swelling of the scrotum and penis lies in a systemic disease, then until it is eliminated, it will not be possible to get rid of the consequences.
Child problem
Boys' mothers know that edema of the penis in a child is not at all uncommon. The reason usually lies in improper care. It is necessary to open the head, pulling the foreskin, and wash out the secretions accumulating there.
If the head does not open, phimosis may develop. That is, the narrowing of the foreskin. In this case, due to compression of the foreskin of the head, blood flow is disturbed. As a result, dropsy appears. This condition cannot be ignored, because necrosis can develop.
In fact, paraphimosis is a very serious problem, which is also characteristic of an adult man. If an infringement of the head occurs, then the swelling increases very rapidly, because the outflow of blood in this case is impossible. The sooner you get to the doctor, the better - this will prevent deterioration.
Balanitis and balanoposthitis: can not be ignored
This is nothing but inflammation of the head and swelling of the foreskin of the penis. Usually these two conditions meet together. The reason most often is a violation of personal hygiene. Infectious ailments are not excluded, including those that can be transmitted through sexual contact.
I always want to hope that the reason was a banal violation of the rules of personal hygiene. But it can be herpes, trichomoniasis, chlamydia, gonorrhea. Postponing your visit to the doctor, you get even more serious problems. Especially in a hurry you need to if there is pain in the affected areas, soreness, a feeling of weakness and an increase in temperature.
Allergic reactions
If you observe swelling and redness of the penis, try to remember what you have been trying out recently. This may apply to food and beverages, drugs, intimate lubricants. Pay attention to soap or gel for intimate hygiene, even new underwear made from synthetics can cause an allergic reaction. If you suspect you need to take antihistamines. If there is no improvement within an hour, then you need to see a doctor.
Injuries and surgical interventions
The first is very characteristic of boys, because they cannot sit still. Outdoor games, attic research and overcoming obstacles in the form of fences often result in injuries. Most often these are bruises, infringements, as a result of which genital dropsy can develop. Of course, parents should pay attention to the health status of their child in time and show it to the doctor.
Penile edema after surgery is more common in adult men. In this case, edema may be the result of impaired blood flow after surgery on the pelvic organs. A consultation with the surgeon is mandatory, after which the doctor will prescribe the necessary treatment.
What treatment is needed
This will be decided by the attending physician, but first aid also plays an important role. Since removing the swelling of the penis is required quickly, since the condition causes serious discomfort, you need to start acting before you go to the doctor.
If the cause is mechanical irritation due to wearing uncomfortable clothes or masturbation, then the treatment consists in taking a warm bath and eliminating the irritating factor. Usually in a couple of days the situation improves. Otherwise, a urologist consultation is required.
Urgent help
Sometimes you can’t wait not only for several days, but even for several hours: the time before a doctor’s appointment is painfully long. Urgently need to go to a specialist if:
- The color of the head and foreskin changes, redness borders on blue.
- You feel unbearable itching and burning.
Remember that self-medication can lead to unpleasant consequences, so it is best to consult a urologist. Of course, you can use aloe on the advice of friends, but there is a very good chance that you will soon be taken to the hospital with a serious complication. Necrotic processes in some cases can be fatal.
Any self-medication is dangerous. Someone resorts to taking antibiotics, someone practices heating, disinfectant baths, and uses powders and ointments. All this can cause complications and necrosis. And this, in turn, can lead to a violation of the functions of the genitourinary system, and even to the loss of the organ itself.
Instead of a conclusion
No matter how you want to cope with the disease on your own, but the appearance of such a problem means the immediate consultation of a specialist who knows how to help you. Representatives of the stronger sex most of all do not like trips to doctors, but when it comes to your health, and sometimes even life, you do not have to choose. Be sure to take a shower and thoroughly wash your genitals. Wear comfortable underwear made from natural fabric. If you experience severe pain, take pain medication. After this, consult a doctor. The sooner the treatment is prescribed, the better for you. And do not forget to undergo a control examination.