What is the first thing a man does when he
spots a bump, pimple or spot on his beloved tool? In most cases, this
unfortunate soul finds himself in a mild panic, reviewing his list of recent
partners, wondering if one of them could have passed on some unpleasant
communicable disease, and mentally kicking himself for skipping the rubber in his
lusty haste. Given the prevalence of partner-transmitted infections, this
reaction is natural, but infections like this are not always the cause. Male
organ lumps can come from a vast array of sources, most of them fairly benign.
Instead of jumping to the conclusion that he will be spending his life in a
sensuality-free wasteland of despair, a man should be aware of other common –
and perfectly harmless – causes of the bumpy terrain on his manhood, as well as
the male organ care
measures that can restore the equipment to its former pristine state.
Note: Seeing a doctor about anything
suspicious is always a good idea. The following list of harmless lump causes is
intended to ease the panic, not discourage appropriate consultation with a
health professional.
1) Pearly papules. These bumps usually appear in
a single or double row around the head of the male organ and resemble something
like a pearl necklace. They are a normal anatomical variation and are not at
all harmful, nor are they contagious. They may appear during puberty or
somewhat later, and they may come and go. These bumps are generally not painful
unless they become irritated by aggressive rubbing or dry penetration.
What to do: Usually, nothing. Squeezing or picking at them will
not help, but it can cause irritation and soreness. These lumps can be removed
(temporarily) in a doctor’s office by cutting or freezing them off, but they
are likely to grow back, so this is not a permanent solution. Instead of
worrying about them, a guy can present them to his partner as a bonus – a
special, nubby feature that may actually increase her level of pleasure.
2) Fordyce spots. Fordyce spots are small,
whitish or yellowish bumps that can occur on the shaft of the male organ.
Basically, these are follicles (but without the hair) filled with sebum, a
lubricating oil produced by the sebaceous glands. They can also appear around
the lips and on the insides of the cheeks; they are extremely common, and they are
not harmful.
What to do: Squeezing
the bumps may produce a small amount of pasty discharge – the oil inside – but
it will not make them go away; the follicles will simply fill up again. As with
pimples and papules, these are best left alone. There is no permanent way to
get rid of Fordyce spots and, in general, only the owner of the affected body
part will notice them.
3) Lymphoceles. Although this condition has a
terrifying-sounding name, it is actually one of the least problematic.
Lymphoceles are hard swellings in the shaft that can crop up after intimacy or
hard stroking, when lymph channels become temporarily blocked due to friction
and pressure.
What to do. The swellings generally subside on their own within a
few hours, and there are no lasting effects; no other treatment but time is
required.
4) Acne. Pimples, zits, spots, blemishes – the
scourge of the teenage years can last well into adulthood, and it doesn’t just
affect the face and back; acne lesions can appear nearly anywhere on the body,
including the male organ. Men are often alarmed by them, because they can be
red, tender and filled with pus, and therefore may have the appearance of a
partner transmitted infection, but acne spots are harmless and typically clear
up in a few days.
What to do: Again,
don’t pick or squeeze – this can damage the skin, and it can drive the
bacteria-filled pus deeper into the skin, potentially leading to painful
infections. Acne medications intended for the face should NOT be used on the
male skin; these contain harsh chemicals that can dry and even burn the skin of
the male organ. Instead, just keep the area clean and consider applying a
moisturizing lotion with vitamins E and A to promote healing and overall
quality of the skin. A male organ health
cream (health professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil) works well for
this purpose, because it is designed specifically for the manhood, without the
fragrances and other chemical additives that can be damaging to the male skin.
Applying a cream like this on a daily basis may be beneficial for all men who
want smoother, more responsive male tissue.
Visit http://www.man1health.com for additional information on most common male organ
health issues, tips on improving organ sensitivity, and what to do to maintain
a healthy member. John Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men's
health issues and is an ongoing contributing writer to numerous websites.