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Penile skin necrosis

A potential side effect of using penis pumps, characterized by the death of skin tissue on the penis.

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Jan 14, 2026
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What are the documented harms from injecting petroleum jelly or oils into the penis?

Injecting petroleum jelly or other oils into the penis produces a predictable cascade of foreign‑body reactions and a spectrum of complications ranging from scarring and deformity to life‑threatening ...

Jan 8, 2026

What are the most common injuries caused by penis pump use and how severe are they?

Penis pumps (vacuum erection devices) most commonly cause superficial bruising, petechiae (pin‑point red spots), temporary swelling and numbness, and sometimes blisters or localized pain when used inc...