Understanding Red Spots on the Glans: Causes and Treatment Options
Red spots on the glans? Hello doctor, last November I noticed red spots on my glans that were not painful or itchy, but they gradually increased in number. I went to the hospital and was prescribed Four Benefit Cream, which I applied for about a week. It seemed to improve, so I s...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If the condition improves with medication but recurs after stopping, you should return for a follow-up. It's essential to strictly adhere to lifestyle precautions, focusing on cleanliness and dryness. Maintain a light diet, wear loose-fitting underwear, and avoid high...[Read More] Understanding Red Spots on the Glans: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Painful Skin Tears After Circumcision: Causes and Care
The area where the circumcision was performed has裂開 and is painful? Hello Doctor, recently my foreskin suddenly split open. At first, it was just slightly red, swollen, and itchy, but two days later, the skin split on its own, looking as if it had peeled off along the circumcisio...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Why does my foreskin itch by itself and then break after a few days? --> If it's at the wound site, it may be due to DIY pulling. 2. What potential underlying diseases could be involved? --> Most likely caused by erections. 3. It's been over a year sin...[Read More] Understanding Painful Skin Tears After Circumcision: Causes and Care
Managing Swelling After Masturbation: Urology Insights and Solutions
What should I do if my foreskin is often swollen after masturbation? Hello, Doctor Du. I have a question to ask. Over the past year or two, I have frequently experienced swelling in the area from the underside of the glans to the mid-shaft of the penis after masturbation or sexua...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: This type of surgery may not necessarily lead to improvement. It is important to pay attention to weight, exercise, and if family members have high blood sugar, they should check their fasting blood glucose for diabetes. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Managing Swelling After Masturbation: Urology Insights and Solutions
When to Seek Medical Help for Persistent Discomfort After Circumcision?
When will edema resolve? I had a circumcision a year ago, and I still feel discomfort in the glans when it comes into contact with friction. There is also a ring-like area beneath the glans that resembles a donut (I described it this way because I think of delicious food 🤭). I in...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Edema is often due to poor circulation after surgery. If the scarring is not severe, the edema will mostly resolve on its own, but it may take some time. If the scarring is more significant, it will take longer to improve. It is recommended to return for a follow-up appoin...[Read More] When to Seek Medical Help for Persistent Discomfort After Circumcision?
Understanding Post-Surgery Concerns: When to Remove Embedded Sutures
A nail has penetrated into the flesh? Hello Dr. Du: I underwent a circumcision with a circumcision device on December 3rd. I feel like the sutures below the frenulum have been embedded in the tissue (as indicated by the red circle), and there are also some on the side of the peni...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: This response is for reference only and cannot replace a doctor's examination. If convenient, it is recommended to return for a follow-up visit. Keep the wound clean and dry. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Concerns: When to Remove Embedded Sutures
Understanding Symptoms of Balanitis: Redness, Pain, and Discharge
The foreskin is red and swollen, with a small area of broken skin that is bleeding. There is itching at the opening, and there is a white substance present. There is also a white substance on the glans? Hello Doctor: About a week ago, I noticed swelling and redness of the foreski...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
As you mentioned, I recommend that you seek medical attention to undergo blood tests to rule out diabetes. Balanitis can be treated with medication. If it recurs, surgical intervention is advised.[Read More] Understanding Symptoms of Balanitis: Redness, Pain, and Discharge
Do You Really Need Circumcision for Recurrent Foreskin Injuries?
Is circumcision necessary if the foreskin is prone to tearing or injury? I consider myself to have a condition similar to phimosis. Although my foreskin completely covers the glans when erect, I can retract it fully without any issues. I have never sought medical attention for pr...
Dr. Jian Weihong Reply:
Hello: The following information is for reference only and cannot replace a doctor's examination, assessment, or testing. However, I am currently a bit conflicted about whether a circumcision is necessary if this condition persists. --> It is not necessarily required. Are...[Read More] Do You Really Need Circumcision for Recurrent Foreskin Injuries?
Understanding Pseudo Phimosis: Causes, Treatments, and Care Tips
Pseudophimosis I consider myself to have a condition similar to phimosis. Although my foreskin completely covers the glans when erect, I can retract it without any issues. I have never sought medical attention for problems related to my foreskin or glans. However, this year I hav...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The following information is for reference only and cannot replace a physician's examination, assessment, or testing. However, I am currently a bit conflicted about whether a circumcision is necessary if this condition persists. --> It is not necessarily required. ...[Read More] Understanding Pseudo Phimosis: Causes, Treatments, and Care Tips
Understanding Post-Circumcision Swelling and Healing: What to Expect
Four days after circumcision, there is swelling around the entire area, particularly severe at the frenulum? 1. After the circumcision, the entire area is swollen, especially around the frenulum, which is particularly severe. It is red and painful to touch, but there is no discom...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. After the circumcision, the entire area is swollen, especially around the frenulum, which is particularly severe and red. It hurts when touched but feels normal otherwise. During the follow-up visit, the doctor mentioned that I have a keloid tendency, and it might be ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Circumcision Swelling and Healing: What to Expect
Post-Circumcision Concerns: Delayed Dissolution of Stitches
Post-operative issues with penile circumcision? Hello Doctor, I underwent a circumcision procedure on September 29th. I have been taking good care of the surgical site post-operation. According to my online research, the typical time for stitches to dissolve is about 14 days to a...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: You should return for a follow-up appointment. There's no need to worry too much. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Concerns: Delayed Dissolution of Stitches
Understanding Red Spots on the Glans: Causes and Treatment Options
Red spots on the glans penis? Hello, I recently noticed red spots on my glans, which were slightly itchy but not painful, and there were no other discomforts. I have not undergone circumcision, but I can normally retract the foreskin for cleaning. I later visited a doctor, who pr...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1) Avoid wearing tight underwear and temporarily stick to a light diet. Consider whether there has been any unsafe sexual behavior. The presence of red spots indicates that there is still an issue that needs treatment. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Red Spots on the Glans: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Post-Circumcision Issues: Foreign Objects on the Foreskin
Preputial issues: Foreign body on the foreskin? As a child, I underwent a circumcision procedure, and I later noticed small holes around the edge of the foreskin that appear to be surgical scars. Periodically, foreign objects like the one shown in the image below emerge, which ca...
Dr. Jian Weihong Reply:
Hello: I'm not sure, it should be smegma. It's important to maintain cleanliness, and you may need to clean it daily. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Circumcision Issues: Foreign Objects on the Foreskin
Understanding Post-Circumcision Symptoms: What Are These Small Holes?
Circumcision surgery As a child, I underwent a circumcision procedure, and I later noticed small holes around the edge of the foreskin that appear to be surgical scars. Periodically, foreign objects like the one shown in the image below emerge, which can be easily removed. Someti...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: I'm not sure, but it should be smegma. It's important to maintain cleanliness, and you may need to clean it daily. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Circumcision Symptoms: What Are These Small Holes?
Post-Circumcision Concerns: Delayed Dissolution of Stitches
Postoperative issues with penile circumcision? Hello, Doctor. I underwent a circumcision procedure on September 29th, and I have been taking good care of the surgical site post-operation. After researching online, I found that the typical time for stitches to dissolve is about 14...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Your condition should be followed up in a clinic. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Concerns: Delayed Dissolution of Stitches
Understanding Pain During Erection After Circumcision: Causes and Solutions
Frenulum problems of the glans? Hello, doctor. I underwent a laser circumcision surgery a little over two months ago. Since then, everything has been normal except for the fact that the swelling has not completely subsided. During my follow-up visit, the doctor indicated that I c...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The information provided here is for reference only and cannot replace a physician's examination, inspection, or testing. If there are no abnormalities in the images, you may discuss with the surgeon. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pain During Erection After Circumcision: Causes and Solutions
Managing Foreskin Issues: Difficulty Retracting During Erection
Prepuce issues Hello doctor, I can easily retract my foreskin behind the glans when my penis is not erect, but it becomes difficult to do so when I have an erection. What should I do about this situation?
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: You should seek medical attention first. It is likely that there is a narrow ring of the foreskin. If it's not severe, you can try using a topical ointment; otherwise, a circumcision may be necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Managing Foreskin Issues: Difficulty Retracting During Erection
Can Electrocautery for Warts Cause Post-Procedure Balanitis?
Can cauliflower electrocautery lead to balanitis one week later? I contracted genital warts due to unprotected oral sex and underwent electrocautery 9 days ago. The wound is still healing, but around the 6th day, I noticed that my foreskin seems to be inflamed. It hurts when I tr...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The information provided here is for reference only and cannot replace a physician's examination, testing, or diagnosis. I contracted genital warts from unprotected oral sex and underwent electrocautery 9 days ago. The wound is still healing, and around the 6th day, I...[Read More] Can Electrocautery for Warts Cause Post-Procedure Balanitis?
Persistent Swelling After Circumcision: Causes and Treatment Options
Post-circumcision care Hello doctor, I had a circumcision on April 5th of this year, but now it's almost the end of the year and the surgical site is still swollen. Is there a way to treat this? The swelling has not improved for a long time. What could be the issue? I seek a...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Please return for a follow-up appointment. Some swelling may be due to poor circulation, while other swelling could be scar tissue, which may take longer to improve. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Persistent Swelling After Circumcision: Causes and Treatment Options
Post-Circumcision Care: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Post-circumcision care Hello doctor, two weeks ago I underwent a circumcision procedure. In the past couple of days, I noticed some yellow discoloration on the gauze when changing the dressing, but there is no redness, swelling, or pain at the wound site. When changing the dressi...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It has been two weeks since the surgery, and I noticed some yellow discoloration on the gauze during the dressing change in the last couple of days, but there is no redness, swelling, or pain at the wound site. Does this mean the wound is healing? If it is fully healed, th...[Read More] Post-Circumcision Care: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding and Managing Swelling in the Right Side of the Frenulum
Swelling on the right side of the coronal sulcus of the foreskin for 2 months? Doctor, I have been troubled by something for two months. I had a DIY incident that caused swelling on the right side of my foreskin. After some time, the swelling decreased, but when I pulled it back,...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The information provided here is for reference only and cannot replace a physician's examination, assessment, or testing. DIY injuries should not last that long; typically, in clinical practice, injuries without skin breaks usually heal within 1-2 weeks. Consider whet...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Swelling in the Right Side of the Frenulum