Phimosis

Phimosis in adults persists from childhood, but can develop during puberty, as well as appear as a result of various injuries and inflammatory processes in the genital organs. As a result, there is a mismatch between the development of the foreskin and the penis, which prevents the glans from being exposed, as the opening in the foreskin is smaller and narrower than the size of the penis. Consequently, the penis cannot pass through it, and exposure will be painful and difficult.

The condition occurs in both children and adults.

Symptoms of the Disease

The main symptom of phimosis is difficulty in exposing the glans of the penis, which can lead to problems with urination.

During sexual intercourse, symptoms such as tearing of the foreskin, bleeding, a sensation of pain, straining during urination, pain during erection, a feeling of skin tension, and decreased potency due to psychological stress and pain can occur.

Diagnosis of the Disease

During diagnosis, an examination and palpation of the organ are conducted, and the severity of the patient’s condition is determined. There are usually no difficulties in making the diagnosis.

Treatment of the Disease

In modern medicine, there are several treatment options for phimosis, but the most effective, quick, and simple is circumcision (circumcisio). Circumcision can be performed on patients with any stage of the disease. The operation itself is uncomplicated, takes a short amount of time, recovery is quick, and after it is performed, there will be no more problems with the foreskin. In addition, operations to incise the foreskin are performed in the presence of any complications.
Boys should generally pay sufficient attention to hygiene. If phimosis occurs, it is necessary to consult a doctor immediately.