Why do I have pain in the middle of the penile shaft and how can I treat it?

Try these remedies at home to ease pain in the middle of the penile shaft: Take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen (Advil) for pain and inflammation. Wrap a clean towel around an ice pack and apply it to the shaft for pain and swelling relief.

When should I be concerned about penile pain?

Penis pain involves any pain or discomfort, internal or external, of the penis. If you’re experiencing aches and pains in the penis, whether during sexual intercourse or at other times, you should schedule a trip to your doctor or a urologist if symptoms persist or are severe.

Can penile pain be normal?

What causes pain in the penis? Many conditions can cause penis pain, and it can range from mild to severe. Pain may occur at rest, during sexual activity, or when urinating. While a person can sometimes get relief from penis pain at home, some underlying causes may need medical treatment.

Why do I have penile pain?

Penis pain has many causes. For example, the penis can be injured during sports or a fall. Strenuous sex or long periods of sexual activity can also cause pain. In some cases, the pain is caused by an infection like a urinary tract infection (UTI) or a sexually transmitted infection (STI).

Can UTI cause penile pain?

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection that develops somewhere in your urinary tract, such as the bladder (cystitis), urethra (urethritis) or kidneys (kidney infection). A UTI can cause pain or a burning sensation in your penis when you pee.

What does gonorrhea look like on a guy?

In men, symptoms of gonorrhoea can include: an unusual discharge from the tip of the penis, which may be white, yellow or green. pain or a burning sensation when urinating. inflammation (swelling) of the foreskin.

How do you know if a guy has gonorrhea?

Symptoms of gonorrhea

• greater frequency or urgency of urination.
• a pus-like discharge (or drip) from the penis (white, yellow, beige, or greenish)
• swelling or redness at the opening of the penis.
• swelling or pain in the testicles.
• a persistent sore throat.