Cyst located at sebaceous gland of penis Posted: 05-31-07 13:08pm
Over the past 18 months i've noticed a
sand-grain sized hard body lodged in my
skin at the site of a sebaceous gland on
my penis. it doesn't seem to disrupt the
gland's function but it doesn't give any
sign of coming out either. I'm becoming
worried and anxious to have it removed but
i can't bring myself to talk about it with
anyone, so much so that i am considering
self surgery. Could you please provide me
with any info on what the formation might
be, and the implications of its excision,
whether by a doctor or myself?
Thanks,
T.
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General Q&A Answer A2863 Posted: 06-06-07 04:44am
According to the data you've given and the
description of a "sand-grain sized hard
body lodged in the skin at the site of
sebaceous gland of the penis", it seems as
if you may be experiencing a sebaceous
cyst. If the condition bothers you, the
lump can be removed under local
anaesthesia. You can visit a dermatologist
or urologist for further treatment
details.
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