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Pediatric Medicine
Question #11518
1 year ago
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Phimosis where skin can't retract normally

Aditya

Can't retract skin when hard and if opens skin in normal it's gets hard and feels pain there. Skin is tight. My age is 17 years 11 months . Should I apply some cream or something, please help me out of this issue.

Age: 17
Chronic illnesses: No
Phimosis
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1.Phimosis means the foreskin is too tight to retract comfortably, especially when erect.

2.In some teenagers, it improves gradually with age, but persistent tightness and pain need treatment.

3.Daily gentle stretching exercises and application of a mild steroid cream (only if prescribed by a doctor) can help soften the skin.

4.Avoid forceful pulling, as it can cause cracks, pain, and scarring.

5.If the problem continues, a urologist can advise safe options like preputioplasty or circumcision, which are simple and effective procedures.

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Hello dear See the condition phimosis you are telling usually subsides by itself or may require preventive or curative measures Iam prescribing some medications for improvement Please apply them for 1 month Clobetasol 0.05 % twice a day for 1 month Betamethasone twice a day for 1 month In case no improvement is there, Then below surgical procedures may be recommended Dorsal slit Circumcision surgery In case of no improvement consult gynacolologist or sexologist in person for better clarification Kindly go for surgical treatment only after recommendation from concerned physician Hopefully you recover soon Regards

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Hello ADITYA, Its usually difficult to retract skin when you are hard there. The pain occurs as there is a formation of ring that tightens during to hardening there.

I suggest you to consult a surgeon for proper examination and treatment. Take care

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It sounds like you might be dealing with phimosis, which is where the foreskin is too tight to be pulled back over the head of the penis. This condition can vary in severity, and you’re at an age where it might just be natural development, but it can also cause discomfort or pain, especially during erections. Some cases do resolve on their own, but if it’s causing significant pain or interfering with your daily life, it’s worth considering a few steps before consulting a doctor. One evidence-based first step is using a topical steroid cream, such as hydrocortisone, which can help loosen the foreskin when applied as instructed over a period of weeks. You’ll typically apply a small amount to the tightest part of the foreskin two or three times daily, and gently try stretching exercises to encourage the skin to become more flexible. Warm baths can also facilitate this stretching. In case of frequent or severe pain, it’s important to avoid forcefully retracting the skin, as this can cause microtears, scar tissue, and lead to complications. If over-the-counter creams and gentle stretching do not improve the condition in a few months, or if the tightness worsens, you should see a healthcare professional. They may discuss the potential of minor surgical options like preputioplasty or circumcision if conservative treatments fail. Watch out for any signs of infection, such as redness, discharge, or swelling, and seek medical attention immediately if these occur.

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