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Constant friction and the fresh air-free climate in the panties can quickly cause dry and itchy spots on the penis. Such skin changes are usually short-lived and disappear over time just as quickly as they appeared.
However, other abnormalities on the penis cause concern almost immediately. Bruises and purple discolorations always point to bleeding and injured blood vessels in the penis. If in doubt, you should have such skin changes checked out by a urologist as soon as possible. You can read here how bruises and purple discoloration occur on the penis and what can be done about it.
3 reasons for bruising on the penis
Hematomas after sports injuries
Male soft tissues are very sensitive and, to the chagrin of men, are not particularly well protected from impact. When doing sports, it happens again and again that equipment or toys make unwanted and painful contact with the penis. During exercises with the barbell in the gym, ball or martial arts, small sports injuries can quickly lead to hematomas and bruises on the penis. The discolouration is often noticeable the day after the sports accident. Depending on how badly blood vessels were injured, there can be extensive discoloration of the skin. Sports injuries can sometimes stain the skin of the penis dark blue. See a urologist to make sure the bleeding isn’t serious. If only blood vessels in the skin are affected, you can apply nourishing ointments and support the healing process.
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Blood vessels injured during sex
While hematomas develop in deeper layers of tissue, there are also simple bruises that only affect the top layer of skin. Such minor injuries to the blood vessels can also occur during sex. The friction can squeeze the sensitive skin of the penis, which is small bleeding under the skin allows to arise. In the morning after making love, light blue discolouration of the skin can sometimes be noticed. If you notice such bruises regularly, talk to your urologist. Also you should consider incorporating lube into lovemaking. This reduces unpleasant friction and can make sex much more enjoyable for you and your partner.
Allergic reaction
There are certain allergic reactions that are mainly noticeable through changes in the skin’s appearance. The Stevens-Johnson-Syndrom about leads to Skin rashes, redness and discolouration, also in the genital area. Allergies to ibuprofen, penicillin or other antibiotics can cause increased blood flow to certain areas of the skin. The syndrome also causes painful blisters to form in the mouth and throat. The penis can also be affected by the formation of blisters. In the drug allergy it is one medical emergency, which is also noticeable through a general feeling of illness and severe malaise. Do not hesitate if you experience severe side effects after taking medication. Seek emergency medical treatment.