Hi dr,my kid is of 9 years old had surgical circumcision it's been 4 months there are small bumps like sturctures seen near to his private part ridge these bumps are not increasing in size but when the cloth touching to them my child having little pain also these bumps are not looking good
These structures are not getting flatten
That's y we r worrying
I'm attaching images kindly have a look and help me ...
Four months after a surgical circumcision, the incision line should generally be healed, but it is not uncommon for small structural changes to remain. Based on how healing occurs after this specific surgery, there are a few common, benign reasons why these bumps might be present.
1. Skin Tags or Suture Granulomas.
2. Hypertrophic Scar Tissue.
3. Tyson's Glands or Pearly Penile Papules: These are perfectly normal, tiny, harmless glands that sit around the ridge of the penis.
The best course of action is to have his pediatric surgeon or pediatrician look at them in person.
No need to worry. These sensations post surgery are common and will go on their own with time. although physically showing to a surgeon will allay your concerns better.
I have reviewed your child's history and the attached photographs.
The small bumps that have appeared following circumcision may be related to the healing process after surgery.
The possible causes include:
1. Postoperative scar tissue: Small raised areas can develop along the circumcision site during healing.
2. Suture granulomas: Occasionally, the body develops small lumps due to a reaction to the absorbable sutures used during surgery.
3. Epidermal inclusion cysts: Small cysts can sometimes develop when skin cells become trapped beneath the surface during healing.
These conditions are generally benign and are not usually dangerous.
My recommendations:
1. Since the bumps have persisted for four months and are causing discomfort, I recommend an examination by a pediatric surgeon or pediatric urologist.
2. Keep the area clean and dry.
3. Avoid squeezing, scratching, or attempting to remove the bumps.
4. Use comfortable, loose-fitting cotton underwear to reduce friction.
5. Avoid applying steroid creams, antibiotics, or other ointments without medical advice.
Will these bumps disappear naturally?
Some postoperative swellings and raised scars gradually become less prominent over several months. However, suture granulomas and inclusion cysts may persist and occasionally require a minor procedure.
At present, there is no need to assume that another surgery will be necessary.
Since your child experiences pain when clothing touches the bumps, an in-person examination would be advisable.
If there is increasing redness, swelling, discharge, fever, or difficulty passing urine, seek prompt medical attention.
I would also like to know:
1. Were these bumps present immediately after circumcision, or did they appear later?
2. Are they hard or soft to touch?
3. Is there any redness, itching, or discharge?
4. Is your child passing urine normally?
Most postoperative skin changes are manageable once the exact cause is identified.
Few common, reasons why these bumps might be present.
1. Skin Tags or Suture Granulomas.
2. Hypertrophic Scar Tissue.
3. Tyson's Glands or Pearly Penile Papules: These are perfectly normal, tiny, harmless glands that sit around the ridge of the penis.
Next Steps
Sitz bath and routine hyzine of penis
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The best course of action is to have his pediatric surgeon or pediatrician look at them in person
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