PENILE INJURY OR TRAUMA (BITES, TEARS, ABRASIONS)
WHAT THIS SYMPTOM USUALLY MEANS
Penile tissue is delicate and easily damaged. Injuries can cause bleeding, pain, swelling, or difficulty retracting.
MOST COMMON CAUSES
MILD
• Minor abrasion
• Mild mating-related trauma
MEDICAL
• Cut or laceration
• Preputial tear
• Foreign body
• Bite wound
EMERGENCY
• Heavy bleeding
• Deep tear
• Tissue darkening
• Inability to retract (paraphimosis)
RED FLAGS
• Active bleeding
• Purple/black tissue
• Painful urination
• Extreme distress
• If unsure, treat as urgent.
AT-HOME CARE
• Apply sterile lubricant if exposed
• Prevent licking
• Apply light pressure for minor bleeding
Not a substitute for veterinary care.
WHAT A VETERINARIAN WILL CHECK
• Depth of wound
• Infection risk
• Tetanus (cats biting dogs)
• Ultrasound if deep
MOST LIKELY DIAGNOSES
• Trauma
• Laceration
• Paraphimosis complication
WHEN TO SCHEDULE A VISIT
Immediate: bleeding or deep wound
Today: minor injury
LONGEVITY IMPACT
Infection and chronic inflammation can cause long-term issues.
LONGEVITY CONSULT
Useful for post-recovery hormonal and preventive planning.