Foreskin

sangeeth asks:

Question

Dear Doctor! Thanks for the advices for my previous question...

I have another question..
I have foreskin. Is Foreskin cause any problem?
Please give some advices...

Thank you.

Answer

Dear Sangeeth,

Foreskin is a natural thing and having it doesnt itself cause problems. However there are two condtions that you should be aware of.

1. Phimosis: This happens when the foreskin cannot be retracted (pulled back) behind the head (glans) of the penis. This is called phimosis. It is usually a condition found in children.

2. Paraphimosis: The other condition, paraphimosis, is somewhat the opposite—the foreskin, after being pulled back, becomes trapped and then swollen behind the head (glans) of the penis.

I hope I have answered your question.

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