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thrombosed vein
I have a swollen vein on the top of my penis below the head,
approx 3/4" long and 1/4" wide. It looks most unnatural when flaccid although it doesn't cause any pain or any other problems. It has remained pretty much as is for the past 6 months or more. I have also acquired some prominent red surface veins near the base of the penis very close to the surface that were not there before, again most noticeable when flaccid.
I have several questions. Assuming this is a thrombosed vein as I have read about, would it then be a blood clot? I have tried asprin/ibuprofen to help thin the blood, and abstinence but have had little success. I am not sure how much asprin or how long someone typically should do this with no results before giving up.
Is there any kind of shelf ointment that can help to break up such a clot or to relieve thrombosis (I am thinking of hemorroid cream or something of this nature, although I have read about herapin ointment I don't know what product would have that or if there is anything over the counter.) I have tried Vitamin K but don't know how long or if that would help.
Also, I have thought about exercising with Nitrus Oxide supplements (NO2) which claim to be vasodilators- I was wondering if this would make the situation worse,
or would help, perhaps by increasing blood flow/circulation.
And if this is a coagulation (blood clot), is there a danger this could break loose/travel to my heart or other region, perhaps if the veins were dilated with such supplements? Thanks.
approx 3/4" long and 1/4" wide. It looks most unnatural when flaccid although it doesn't cause any pain or any other problems. It has remained pretty much as is for the past 6 months or more. I have also acquired some prominent red surface veins near the base of the penis very close to the surface that were not there before, again most noticeable when flaccid.
I have several questions. Assuming this is a thrombosed vein as I have read about, would it then be a blood clot? I have tried asprin/ibuprofen to help thin the blood, and abstinence but have had little success. I am not sure how much asprin or how long someone typically should do this with no results before giving up.
Is there any kind of shelf ointment that can help to break up such a clot or to relieve thrombosis (I am thinking of hemorroid cream or something of this nature, although I have read about herapin ointment I don't know what product would have that or if there is anything over the counter.) I have tried Vitamin K but don't know how long or if that would help.
Also, I have thought about exercising with Nitrus Oxide supplements (NO2) which claim to be vasodilators- I was wondering if this would make the situation worse,
or would help, perhaps by increasing blood flow/circulation.
And if this is a coagulation (blood clot), is there a danger this could break loose/travel to my heart or other region, perhaps if the veins were dilated with such supplements? Thanks.
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MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
A thrombosed penile vein would be considered a superficial blood clot. These are unlikely to travel to the lung - typically deeper veins need to be clotted to present with this risk.
Normally, conservative therapy is recommended to treat this - such as warm compresses and NSAID therapy. You have already tried this. At this time, I would consider a referral to a urologist. Surgical therapy can be considered if the symptoms worsen or doesn't improve with conservative measures.
An ultrasound of the affected area can be considered if the diagnosis continues to be in question.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
Normally, conservative therapy is recommended to treat this - such as warm compresses and NSAID therapy. You have already tried this. At this time, I would consider a referral to a urologist. Surgical therapy can be considered if the symptoms worsen or doesn't improve with conservative measures.
An ultrasound of the affected area can be considered if the diagnosis continues to be in question.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
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