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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.

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I have had itching, inflammation, and irritation on the penis head without any fluid secretions and urination issues. What could be the reason?

Query: Hello doctor, I have had itching, inflammation, and irritation on the penis head for the past week. There are no fluid secretions and no issues with urination. The foreskin looked tender and reddish, with minor bleeding, when the penis was erect. What could be the reason? Kindly help.   Read Full »


Dr. Muntaqa Butt

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. As you are uncircumcised, the foreskin is now adhered to the glans penis and will retract or retract with difficulty. This will lead to inflammation and irritation of the penis foreskin. This condition is called Phim...  Read Full »

I experience discomfort and pain when I try to stretch my penis foreskin. How to resolve it?

Query: Hi doctor,My penis has a tight foreskin. I can expose the head by pulling back the foreskin when my penis is not erect. However, erecting it, I can only partially pull the foreskin. The issue has always been there, but I had no idea it was unusual. When erect, I cannot completely pull my foreskin ba...  Read Full »


Dr. Muntaqa Butt

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The condition you are experiencing is known as phimosis. Phimosis affects uncircumcised males. It is a condition in which the penis foreskin does not pull back because it has become adhered to the glans penis. As a result, secretions accumu...  Read Full »

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