Cancer of the penis is extremely rare in the United States, affecting only about 1,500 men each year, or about 1 in every 100,000 men. The penile cancer rate is much higher among men in India and some South American countries, where circumcision...
When blood flow is impeded in the penis, it does not perform at its best. Circulation problems can occur in the penis for several reasons and often cause weak erections and impotence. About 20 million American men experience impotence, notes the...
Men with penis problems usually only seek medical attention if they have painful erections and/or difficulty with intercourse. However, there are five other conditions believed to be common in most males. Peyronie's Disease The most...
Penis, or penile, implants are mechanical devices used to treat erectile dysfunction and, in some cases, Peyronie's disease. According to the Mayo Clinic, most men with ED respond well to medication or the use of an external penis pump. Penile...
An abnormal discharge from the penis rarely occurs in the absence of other symptoms. Often it is accompanied by frequent, painful urination and sore testicles. The sexual partners of men who experience these symptoms usually aren't in much better...
Pimples can occur anywhere with oil glands, according to "Braun-Falco's Dermatology," including the penis. However, genital herpes, the common name for herpes simplex virus II, can appear to be pimples, according to "Foundations and Adult Health...
According to Steady Health, pimples on the penis are most likely to occur during the teenage years; however, men of all ages can get them, and 8 out of 10 will get a pimple on their penis or testicles in their lifetime. Though pimples in this area...
Defining your penis pain is the first step in identifying the cause. There can be many different types of penis pain. Penis pain can be internal or external. It can be concentrated in one area or throughout the penis. It can be dull or sharp,...
Priapism, a persistent erection, is a common cause of penis pain. If you have an erection for more than 4 hours, you need to see a doctor right away. To get rid of the erection, a needle is used to aspirate the blood, and a local anesthetic is...
Men'sStuff.org states there are over 100 types of human papillomavirus, or HPV, 30 of which may be associated with a penis viral infection. HPV is classified as low risk, as seen in genital warts, or high risk, that can cause abnormal cellular...
The penis and testicles are part of the male reproductive system. The testicles produce semen and testosterone and are held in the bag of skin, called the scrotum, behind the penis. The external organ is the penis, which carries semen and urine....
Sexual health is an important part of your life. You can take care of your nutritional needs to maximize your sexual desire and build enough energy for sexual activity, but taking care the body parts involved in these acts is vital as well. The...
Contagious diseases that are transmitted through intimate contact with an infected person are known as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), according to "Understanding Medical Surgical Nursing" by Linda Williams and Paula Hopper. These diseases...
The penis is used to deposit sperm inside the body of a woman where it will have an opportunity to fertilize an egg, resulting in a pregnancy and child. It does this by increasing blood flow to the area so that the organ becomes erect, which...
The penis is a male organ that functions as a part of the reproductive and urinary systems. As a young man reaches puberty, the penis and testicles grow larger, and he begins to grow pubic hair. The size and shape of a penis varies between men....
Any part of the body with oil glands and skin pores, including the genital area, can fall victim to acne, according to "Braun-Falco's Dermatology." Great care must be taken when treating genital pimples, according to "Cosmetic Dermatology:...
Genital herpes a sexually transmitted disease caused by herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2, although type 1 most often appears in and around the mouth, while type 2 usually appears on the genitals and anus. Nonetheless, either type can be found in...
If you shave the area around your penis, you may get razor bumps. A razor bump is a bump that forms around an ingrown hair. When you shave, the razor cuts the tip of the hair off, leaving a sharpened edge. Sometimes, that edge begins to grow into...
Corpora cavernosa are chambers that run down each side of your penis that are filled with tissue that engorge with blood to give men an erection. With exercise, you can enlarge the size of these chambers to increase the length and thickness of...
Every man would like to be thought of as a virile animal, but for those with a small penis it can be embarrassing to take off your clothes. There are exercises that can naturally increase both the length and girth of your penis, but they must be...
If you think your penis is a muscle, you're wrong. The tissue comprising this male sexual organ is actually loaded with veins and arteries which can expand the penis by filling with blood. However, although it isn't a muscle, it can still be...
The corpora cavernosa are spongy chambers located in the penis that fill with blood to engorge the penis when sexually stimulated, according to the medical definition website medicinenet.com. These chambers can be enlarged through exercise,...
The corpora cavernosa consists of two spongy cylindrical tubes that run the length of your penis. When filled with pressurized blood they cause the penis to become rigid and erect similar to when balloon is filled with air. The theory is that...
ProSolution is a penis enlargement and enhancement system that claims to make positive changes in your sexual experience. The manufacturer promises the system improves sexual stamina, gives you harder erections and improves sexual performance. The...
Jelqing is a technique touted as a method of increasing the size of your penis. With this method of enlargement, the penis is manually manipulated to draw blood from the base of the shaft to the head of the penis. It's best described as a milking...
Performing exercises for the corpora cavernosa is a method of male enhancement, according to the University of Arizona. The corpora cavernosa consists of two chambers in the penis that fill with blood to produce an erection, states Tennessee...
Peyronie's disease is a condition characterized by a curvature of your penis caused by scar tissue that builds up inside the penis. It can cause shortening of the penis in addition to pain. While doctors note that most treatments for the condition...
Penis size is a topic close to the hearts of many men. There are surgeries and pills you can try for male enhancement, but many men prefer to go the natural way. Proponents of penile enhancement exercises claim that the penis can be exercised and...
Jelqing is a term used to describe an exercise for the penis that not only is believed to help lengthen the penis, but it also encourages wider growth. The stretching exercise technique is also used to help reduce the effect of Peyronie's disease,...
Impotence is the inability to develop or maintain an erection of the penis. Impotence may also be referred to as Erectile Dysfunction. Learn about the different causes of, symptoms of, and treatments for impotence in this medical video.
Erectile dysfunction or ED is the inability of a man to maintain a firm erection long enough to have sex. Erectile dysfunction is generally found in older men but can occur at any age. Learn about the different causes, symptoms, and treatments of...
Prostatitis is an infection of the prostate glade caused by a bacteria. Symptoms include fever, frequent urination, and burning with urination. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments for prostatitis in this health video.
Penile cancer refers to a cancerous growth on the penis usually originating in the glands (head) or foreskin. Learn more about penile cancer, including symptoms and treatments, in this health video.
Urethritis is an inflammation of the urethra that causes a burning sensation during urination. Learn about the different causes, symptoms, and treatments for Urethritis in this video.