Post-Circumcision Care: Showering and Sensitivity Concerns Explained
Post-circumcision care Hello, doctor. I had a circumcision a week ago, and during my follow-up appointment today, the attending physician said that I no longer need to keep it covered and that I can take a shower. I would like to ask: 1. Is it really safe to take a shower when I ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Is it really okay to take a shower while still in a very sensitive state? --> Yes. 2. Due to discomfort and sensitivity from friction on the glans, I try to stay at home and limit my movements. Will this slow down the process of keratinization, and should I make an e...[Read More] Post-Circumcision Care: Showering and Sensitivity Concerns Explained
Post-Circumcision: What to Know About Bumps Near the Glans
After circumcision, a bump similar to a pimple has developed at the suture site? After the circumcision, the stitches have all fallen out, and there is a bump resembling a pimple at the junction of the glans and the coronal sulcus. I would like to ask the doctor what this could b...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Please seek medical attention.[Read More] Post-Circumcision: What to Know About Bumps Near the Glans
Understanding Penile Adhesions After Circumcision: Treatment Options
Preputial adhesion Hello, I just had a circumcision two weeks ago. Many of the stitches have already come loose, but I noticed that the remaining foreskin is completely adhered to the penis and cannot retract at all. Do I need to undergo surgery to address this, or can it be trea...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Please seek medical attention.[Read More] Understanding Penile Adhesions After Circumcision: Treatment Options
Post-Circumcision Concerns: Managing Recovery and Preventing Infection
Post-operative issues after circumcision? Hello, doctor. I just had a circumcision two days ago, and I have a few questions: 1. Because of the gauze wrapping, when I urinate, it splashes everywhere, so I sit down to urinate. However, often after urinating, the front end of the g...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Due to the gauze wrapping, urination tends to cause splattering, so I sit down to urinate. However, often after urinating, the front end of the gauze absorbs a lot of urine. I would like to know if this could lead to an infection and how I can improve this situation. ...[Read More] Post-Circumcision Concerns: Managing Recovery and Preventing Infection
Understanding Self-Stimulation: Concerns for Uncircumcised Teens
Masturbation issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a question: I am currently a high school junior about to enter my senior year, and I have a complete phimosis. I plan to undergo circumcision when I go to college. When I was younger, out of curiosity about my genitalia, ...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: I have previously responded to your question! Many people adopt the technique of pressure-based masturbation, which is said to be both pleasurable and enjoyable. This will not affect your reproductive health, so there's no need to worry; you can enjoy it fully. Once y...[Read More] Understanding Self-Stimulation: Concerns for Uncircumcised Teens
Understanding Foreskin Issues: Solutions for Sensitivity and Retraction
Prepuce issues I would like to ask the doctor: My foreskin covers the glans when my penis is flaccid, making the glans very sensitive. I have consulted a urologist, but the doctor's attitude felt quite impatient, which made me a bit scared to ask again. I would like to know ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Personally, I do not recommend it, as everyone's situation is different. Based on your description, if you wish to have the foreskin exposed at all times, you may need a circumcision. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Foreskin Issues: Solutions for Sensitivity and Retraction
Understanding Foreskin Issues: When to Consider Circumcision?
Issues related to the foreskin? I would like to ask the doctor, my foreskin can be manually retracted, but the glans does not emerge during an erection. I want to know if this situation requires a circumcision. Also, since I didn't have much knowledge about this, I only star...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: According to the description, surgery is not necessary unless cleanliness and dryness cannot be maintained. Circumcision may facilitate better hygiene. Areas that cannot be cleaned properly can be soaked in warm water; if that still does not help, it is advisable to seek m...[Read More] Understanding Foreskin Issues: When to Consider Circumcision?
Understanding Post-Circumcision Issues: Why Can't I Get Hard?
Erectile dysfunction? I just had a circumcision last week, and today during the dressing change, I found that the gauze was stuck to the area with Betadine, and only a small spot was adhered. I tried to pull it off, but it was very painful, so I gently removed it with my fingers....
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: You can use more povidone-iodine to moisten the gauze, which will help separate it more easily. Wishing you good health. If there are no issues, please return for a follow-up appointment one week post-surgery to check the wound. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Circumcision Issues: Why Can't I Get Hard?
Understanding Post-Surgery Swelling Under the Glans: Is It Normal?
Swelling of the foreskin beneath the glans? Hello doctor, I underwent a circumcision surgery on July 13th. I change the dressing two to three times a day. There is a ring of swelling under the glans that looks like a swimming ring, and some areas are red. I would like to know if ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Edema is normal as long as it is not tight and circulation is poor. Slight redness is common; please pay attention to cleanliness and dryness. If it becomes more red, seek medical attention. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Swelling Under the Glans: Is It Normal?
Understanding Self-Stimulation: Concerns About Circumcision and Sexual Health
Masturbation issues? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a question: I am currently a high school junior about to enter my senior year, and I have a complete phimosis. I plan to undergo circumcision when I go to college. When I was younger, out of curiosity about my genitals, ...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: You don't need to worry at all about what you mentioned, as it will definitely not affect your reproductive health. The methods and actions of masturbation will not impact your future life either. Once you gain practical experience, you'll understand. At this sta...[Read More] Understanding Self-Stimulation: Concerns About Circumcision and Sexual Health
Should You Consider Circumcision for Complete Phimosis?
If the penis remains completely covered by the foreskin during an erection and the glans cannot be exposed, it may be advisable to consider a circumcision? If the condition is complete phimosis, where the glans cannot be exposed even during an erection, is there still a possibili...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It is advisable to seek medical attention. Your description suggests that it may take a long time to gradually resolve, potentially ranging from several weeks to a few months. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Should You Consider Circumcision for Complete Phimosis?
Understanding Phimosis and Its Impact on Masturbation Techniques
Methods of Masturbation for Phimosis Hello, doctor. I would like to ask: I am currently a high school junior about to enter senior year and I have a complete phimosis. I plan to undergo circumcision when I go to college. When I was younger, out of curiosity about my genitals, I a...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Changing habits that have formed over many years takes time and cannot be rushed. DIY and sexual activity are also different. It cannot be said that it is abnormal. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Phimosis and Its Impact on Masturbation Techniques
Post-Circumcision Concerns: Managing Swelling and Recovery Tips
Post-circumcision care? Doctor, I am a high school student. I had surgery at the beginning of February using a circumcision device. It has been quite a while, but the swelling around the foreskin still hasn't gone down. The frenulum protrudes slightly when I am not erect, an...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It is mostly the formation of scar tissue, so there is no need to worry too much. The methods you mentioned are not very effective. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Concerns: Managing Swelling and Recovery Tips
Post-Circumcision Care: Managing Swelling and Medication Application
Postoperative Care for Circumcision Hello, doctor. I am undergoing surgery with the second-generation circumcision device. Since this is my first time changing the dressing myself, I noticed there is a complete ring of edema below the glans, and I cannot see the sutures. Should I...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If possible, it is better to gently open the wound to clean it properly. If there is redness, it should also be cleaned. If the area is too swollen to open, then it is best to keep it as clean and dry as possible. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Care: Managing Swelling and Medication Application
Understanding Penile Curvature: Surgery Options and Considerations
Penile issues Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about issues related to penile curvature. I have previously undergone hernia surgery, and I have now noticed that my penis bends to the left at about a 30-degree angle during erection. I have the following questions: 1. Is my...
Dr. Jian Weihong Reply:
Hello: 1. Determining complete development is difficult and usually includes factors such as increased height, muscle and bone development, voice changes, maturation of the genitalia, growth of pubic hair, and facial hair growth. Physical maturation and development may continue f...[Read More] Understanding Penile Curvature: Surgery Options and Considerations
Post-Circumcision Care: Is Lubricated Stimulation Safe for Recovery?
Post-circumcision care? Hello Doctor: It has been three weeks since my circumcision. The wound no longer hurts during erections, and some of the stitches have fallen out. Since I am in my teenage years, abstaining for so long has been quite difficult. I have seen online that some...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Erection may affect the wound. If the stitches have not completely dissolved, it is advisable to avoid it. Please return for a follow-up to check the wound. If the wound has fully healed, you can proceed with DIY. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Care: Is Lubricated Stimulation Safe for Recovery?
Understanding Penile Curvature: Concerns and Surgical Options
Issues related to penile curvature? Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about issues related to penile curvature. I have previously undergone hernia surgery, and I have now noticed that my penis bends to the left at about a 30-degree angle during an erection. I have the follow...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Determining the completion of development is challenging and generally includes factors such as increases in height, development of muscles and bones, voice changes, maturation of the genitalia, growth of pubic hair, and facial hair growth. Physical maturation and devel...[Read More] Understanding Penile Curvature: Concerns and Surgical Options
Red Spots on Glans After Circumcision: Causes and Treatment Options
Red spots on the glans after circumcision? Hello, doctor. I underwent circumcision 12 days ago, and a few days after the surgery, I noticed red spots at the edge of the glans during a dressing change. However, today I discovered that the red spots have started to develop some pus...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If pus occurs, you need to return for a follow-up. Additionally, when using ointment, be sure to maintain sterility, such as using a sterile cotton swab for application. If there is any discharge, it should be cleaned, and it may need to be bandaged afterward. Wishing you ...[Read More] Red Spots on Glans After Circumcision: Causes and Treatment Options
Do You Really Need Circumcision for Phimosis?
Is circumcision necessary for phimosis? Hello, what are the disadvantages of phimosis? Is it only a matter of harboring dirt and bacteria? I have phimosis, but I clean myself every time I shower, and I have a cleanliness obsession. I also rinse after using the restroom (when outs...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: As long as there are no difficulties in pushing down, and there are no issues with erections, whether to undergo surgery is a personal decision. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Do You Really Need Circumcision for Phimosis?
Understanding Blisters on the Glans: Causes and Concerns
There is a blister on the glans? Hello doctor, sometimes after masturbation, I notice a blister forming at the tip of my glans, in the exact same spot each time. It doesn't hurt or itch. I have already undergone circumcision and have no sexual experience. When the blister bu...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If there is no sexual experience, it is likely caused by DIY friction. It should heal in about 14 days; if it doesn't improve, medical attention is necessary. When the thumb and index finger are stuck together and then pulled apart, there may be a sensation of pulling...[Read More] Understanding Blisters on the Glans: Causes and Concerns