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Medical Conditions - Phimosis

Phimosis is a condition where the foreskin of the penis is tight and cannot be pulled back. It is normal in uncircumcised boys, but resolves with age. It is of concern if there is pain and swelling during urination or erection. If an infection develops, it is advisable to consult a urologist. The doctor may treat it with a steroid cream or may suggest going for a circumcision.

All phimosis Q&A

How do I know if I have a phimosis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for sharing your concern. From the image, it looks like your foreskin might be tight.

Answered By
Dr. Ali Osman

Dr. Ali Osman

Why can I retract foreskin only during flaccid state but not when erect?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read and understood your problem. First of all you should reduce weight. If you cannot achieve by diet control, then you will need medicine.

Why has my foreskin become different after circumcision?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I could see the Rx (prescription) and pictures. The brownish spots to some extent, could be normal but the redness is not.

What causes phimosis with itchiness around the glans and a burning sensation while urinating despite taking medicines?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Poor hygiene is the main cause of balanitis.

I am 19. What causes a purplish, itchy spot under my foreskin?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query and understand your concern.

What causes white discoloration on penile skin?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern.

Answered By
Dr. Rahul Kansal

Dr. Rahul Kansal

How to manage my phimosis and hypospadias?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com I can understand your concern.

What causes infant urination problems?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Relax and do not worry. Yes, what the doctor suggested is absolutely right. He has a tight foreskin called physiological phimosis.

Does a tight foreskin during erection affect sexual life?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query and understand your concerns.Many men can engage in intercourse even with a tight foreskin, as I have observed in numerous patients at my clinic.

My phimosis is getting worse. Will this lead to lichen sclerosus?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case, and the following are my pointwise answers. The progressive tightening of the foreskin is not always suggestive of BXO.

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