Managing Redness and Swelling of the Inner Foreskin: Expert Advice
Redness and swelling of the inner foreskin? Hello, doctor. 1. I recently exposed my glans for the first time, and the inner layer of the foreskin, which may not have been exposed often, is slightly red and swollen due to the pulling during erection. Are there any ointments I ca...
Dr. Liu Jiaju Reply:
It is recommended that you visit a urology clinic for a detailed physical examination by a physician. If you have phimosis or are unable to retract the glans during an erection, it is advised to consider circumcision to alleviate the symptoms.[Read More] Managing Redness and Swelling of the Inner Foreskin: Expert Advice
Understanding Adhesion Between Foreskin and Glans: Causes and Solutions
The left side of the foreskin is adhered to the glans? Hello, doctor. I am the person who asked question #96698. Today, I gathered the courage to slowly retract my foreskin and clean the smegma. I noticed that as I cleaned, I could push the foreskin further back. However, after c...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Cody: Hello, please gently remove the adhesive areas and then apply ointment. Eye ointments and similar products can be used. If that doesn't work, it is advisable to seek medical attention. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and rese...[Read More] Understanding Adhesion Between Foreskin and Glans: Causes and Solutions
Signs of STDs: Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Treatment
Is it a sign of an infectious disease? Hello, doctor: In mid-January, I had unprotected intercourse with a sex worker. After that, I did not experience any issues until mid-February when I began to feel itching on the left side of the glans and the left side of the coronal sulcus...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, please see the response. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Online answers can only serve as a reference; if necessary, it is still important to seek medical attention at a healthcare facility. This response is...[Read More] Signs of STDs: Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Treatment
Signs of STDs: Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Help
Early signs of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Hello, Dr. Hsu. I apologize for bothering you! I just left a message, but I can't see it, so I'm not sure if my question went through successfully. Therefore, I'm asking again. Thank you for your understanding. ...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, if you are concerned about contracting a sexually transmitted infection (STI), it is best to seek medical attention and get tested as soon as possible. Undergo relevant STI screenings. If you have any further questions or need clarification, feel free to ask, and we can di...[Read More] Signs of STDs: Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Help
Managing Phimosis at Home: Tips for Uncovering the Glans Safely
The foreskin cannot be retracted past the coronal sulcus? Hello, doctor. I have a condition of phimosis. I recently learned that it's normal for the glans to be exposed, so I've been gently pushing it back a little each day. Now, when I'm not erect, the glans can b...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Cody: Hello, it is recommended to frequently retract the foreskin for cleaning purposes; this can help expand the foreskin and maintain hygiene. As for any areas that may be adhered, you can gently and gradually pull them apart. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask a...[Read More] Managing Phimosis at Home: Tips for Uncovering the Glans Safely
Understanding Pearly Penile Papules: What You Need to Know
Is it pearly penile papules? I have three small yellow bumps on my glans. They are not painful or itchy, and they are located about three-quarters of the way back on the glans (a little past the halfway point). There are no other symptoms. I have not engaged in any sexual activit...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Evaluation: Hello, it’s not right, the position is incorrect. What you have is unclear and cannot be determined. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Online responses can only serve as a reference; if necessary, you sho...[Read More] Understanding Pearly Penile Papules: What You Need to Know
Understanding Pearly Penile Papules: When to Seek Medical Advice
Pearly penile papules Doctor: Did the pearly penile papules appear suddenly? I noticed a row (circumferential) distribution of small papules on the coronal sulcus of the penis, and there are quite a few (two rows). Should I see a doctor or undergo any treatment? They are not pain...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, if you are certain it is a cholesteatoma, there is no need to see a doctor. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Answers found online should only be used as a reference; if necessary, you should still seek medica...[Read More] Understanding Pearly Penile Papules: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Paraphimosis: Is Your Foreskin Stuck or Just Wrinkled?
Phimosis Paraphimosis occurs when the foreskin is retracted behind the glans penis and cannot be returned to its original position. In your case, if you were able to push the foreskin back to the glans but it became wrinkled and you could not push it back over the glans, it may i...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Paraphimosis occurs when the foreskin is retracted behind the glans and becomes trapped. As a result, after a few hours, the glans will quickly become swollen, and the foreskin will also become edematous. This is a urological emergency and should not be taken lightly.[Read More] Understanding Paraphimosis: Is Your Foreskin Stuck or Just Wrinkled?
Should I Consider Circumcision for My Sensitivity and Premature Ejaculation?
Prepuce issues I would like to ask about my foreskin, which usually covers the coronal sulcus of the glans. The glans only partially exposes when I am not erect, but it fully reveals itself when I am erect, and I can retract the foreskin. However, I have noticed symptoms of prema...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hong: Hello, the methods you mentioned are all acceptable. As for whether surgery is necessary, it still requires evaluation by a clinical physician. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Answers found online should only...[Read More] Should I Consider Circumcision for My Sensitivity and Premature Ejaculation?
Understanding Red Bumps on the Penis: Could It Be Syphilis?
Is it a virus? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about a red area in the coronal sulcus of my penis. It's not a spot or a patch, but rather small red areas that seem to be centered like little bumps, with slight redness around them. I saw a doctor yesterday, and he mentioned...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, it's difficult to determine. Syphilis requires a blood test for diagnosis, and it is challenging to assess based solely on clinical symptoms. I recommend getting a blood test. If you have any further questions or need clarification, feel free to ask, and we can discus...[Read More] Understanding Red Bumps on the Penis: Could It Be Syphilis?
Understanding and Treating White Bumps on the Glans: A Urology Guide
Issues with the glans penis? Hello: I have developed white, wart-like growths around the coronal sulcus of my glans, which I believe have been present for at least 10 years (as shown in the link http://www.mhs.hk/web/zh/service.php?Cat1=ForeskinPenisProblem&Cat2=266). They ar...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Mr. Jian: Hello, there is no need for concern. That is normal tissue and completely harmless. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research it together. Answers found online should only be used as a reference; if necessary, it is impor...[Read More] Understanding and Treating White Bumps on the Glans: A Urology Guide
Understanding Penile Skin Bumps: Are They Normal or Pearly Penile Papules?
Penile foreskin rash Doctor, I noticed that when I was younger, there were bumps on the skin outside my penis that looked like pimples. They are not painful or itchy, and there are also a few on the skin of my testicles. Is this normal? Additionally, are the white bumps around th...
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
Common skin protrusions may be caused by keratin abnormal proliferation known as pearly penile papules, which appear as skin-colored or light brown, round, multiple small nodules resembling tiny beads, about the size of a pinhead. These are primarily due to cystic retention of ke...[Read More] Understanding Penile Skin Bumps: Are They Normal or Pearly Penile Papules?
Understanding Dryness Around the Glans: Causes and Solutions
Dryness of the glans? Hello doctor, recently I noticed that during masturbation, there are white flakes appearing near the coronal sulcus of the glans, similar to how the skin on the face or lips can become dry in winter. The surface also feels dry and wrinkled. When I am erect, ...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Anxious Man: Hello, I believe that inadequate cleaning and maintenance of the glans may be the issue. Regarding the cleaning and maintenance of the glans, please refer to the advice I provided to other users. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can fur...[Read More] Understanding Dryness Around the Glans: Causes and Solutions
Swollen and Painful Glans After Retracting Foreskin: Causes and Solutions
After circumcision, the area under the glans may become swollen, red, and painful? In the past few days, I have retracted my foreskin to the coronal sulcus while showering. After a day or two, the area beneath the glans started to swell, resembling a ring around it. It hurts when...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Xiao Wang: Hello, you have a condition called paraphimosis. You should immediately and carefully retract the foreskin back to its original position and cover the glans; otherwise, it may lead to increasing swelling of the glans, which could require surgical intervention in severe...[Read More] Swollen and Painful Glans After Retracting Foreskin: Causes and Solutions
Understanding White Bumps: A Guide to Urological Concerns
White granules Hello doctor, I previously experienced itching in my genital area, but after washing with warm water for a while, it improved. However, I recently noticed small white bumps that are not painful or itchy, which is causing me some concern.
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
Common skin protrusions may be caused by keratin abnormal hyperplasia known as pearly penile papules, which appear as skin-colored or light brown, round, multiple small nodules resembling tiny beads the size of a pinhead. These are primarily due to cystic retention of keratin in ...[Read More] Understanding White Bumps: A Guide to Urological Concerns
Understanding Phimosis: Solutions for Tight Foreskin Issues
The foreskin is somewhat difficult to retract? Hello doctor, I have some difficulty retracting my foreskin. I need to push it down with my hand, and it gets stuck at the coronal ridge of the glans, which is somewhat uncomfortable. Could you please advise me on how to address this...
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
If your foreskin can only be retracted to partially expose the glans but feels tight or adherent, making it difficult to clean the glans and the coronal sulcus, or if you have phimosis with a constricting ring around the glans during an erection causing edema of the glans and for...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Solutions for Tight Foreskin Issues
Understanding White Bumps Near the Urethra: Causes and Concerns
White granules Hello Doctor: I am seventeen years old and I masturbate. Sometimes I ask my girlfriend for oral sex, and she has no sexually transmitted infections. During a shower in the ninth grade, I noticed two small bumps near the urethral opening. They are not painful or itc...
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
Common skin protrusions may be caused by keratin abnormal proliferation known as milia, which appear as skin-colored or light brown, round, multiple lesions. These small white nodules resemble tiny beads, about the size of a pinhead, and are primarily formed due to cystic retenti...[Read More] Understanding White Bumps Near the Urethra: Causes and Concerns
Understanding and Managing Penile Adhesions: A Guide for Patients
Preputial adhesion Hello doctor, a few days ago I retracted my foreskin for the first time without an erection, which made the glans somewhat sensitive. I then noticed that my coronal sulcus was adhered due to smegma. I thought I could gently peel it off with my fingers, but this...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Student Chen: Hello, if there is no bleeding, it cannot be retracted. After retraction, apply ointment. 1. Clean the glans several times a day. 2. It is best to clean the urine residue thoroughly after each urination; if inconvenient, simply pat dry the area. 3. Cleaning method: ...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Penile Adhesions: A Guide for Patients
Understanding and Managing Balanitis: Symptoms and Care Tips
Balanitis Hello, doctor. During the winter, my foreskin became a bit dry, so I used soap to clean it. A few days later, I developed peeling skin and itching. Initially, there was quite a bit of peeling, and the coronal sulcus was a bit red. After a week, it has improved somewhat,...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Anonymous: Hello, it should heal on its own. 1. Clean the glans several times a day. 2. It is best to clean any urine residue after each urination; washing is preferable, but if that's not convenient, simply patting dry is sufficient. 3. Cleaning method: ********* use only c...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Balanitis: Symptoms and Care Tips
Understanding Frenulum Pain After Circumcision: Do You Need Surgery?
Ligament issues Hello doctor, I have a question. Recently, after having my foreskin removed, I noticed a slight pulling pain in the frenulum during an erection, although it feels okay with a slight erection. Does this situation necessarily require surgery? Additionally, if the co...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, Student Ou: It’s not always the case; it depends on the degree of the tethering. If there is pain with every erection, it’s best to consider surgical correction. For adhesions, you can gently separate them with your fingers a little bit each day, and apply some ointment. I...[Read More] Understanding Frenulum Pain After Circumcision: Do You Need Surgery?