Understanding Issues After Retracting the Foreskin: A Urology Perspective
Issues After Retracting Phimosis Hello, doctor. Recently, I have heard about the necessity of retracting the foreskin, so I attempted to do so (I have phimosis). However, I have a few questions: 1. It was quite painful after retracting, and even after a day or two, there is still...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1) If the foreskin is retracted, it should be pushed back; if possible, it should be washed daily (just with clean water). 2) If there is pain, seek medical attention, as this may be due to smegma. 3) If the glans cannot be fully exposed, please consult a urologist at the ...[Read More] Understanding Issues After Retracting the Foreskin: A Urology Perspective
Understanding Phimosis: Symptoms, Treatments, and Steroid Cream Use
Phimosis issue Urinalysis is normal. There is redness and swelling at the urethral opening, and it feels enlarged. The area around the glans and the frenulum is slightly red. Is it safe to apply a topical steroid ointment like Lidocaine-V? This was prescribed by a urologist.
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If you are seeing a urologist for the same issue, it is acceptable to use it; however, if it is for a different issue, do not use it indiscriminately. First, maintain cleanliness and dryness. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Symptoms, Treatments, and Steroid Cream Use
Understanding Phimosis and Excessive Foreskin: Key Differences Explained
Prepuce issues If the foreskin can retract to expose the glans, this condition is not considered phimosis. Instead, it may be classified as having a longer foreskin, but it does not indicate a medical issue.
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Phimosis is when the foreskin cannot be easily retracted over the glans, but whether the foreskin is too long is not always the case. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Phimosis and Excessive Foreskin: Key Differences Explained
Understanding Phimosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Phimosis issue The foreskin covering the glans has recently become red, swollen, and painful near the urinary opening. I usually pull back the foreskin to wash the glans and the coronal sulcus while showering. I visited a urologist, and my urinalysis came back normal. Upon physic...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If there has been no unsafe sexual behavior, the redness and pain are mostly caused by irritation or heat, which is likely balanitis. Maintaining cleanliness is sufficient, or applying ointment can help improve the condition. However, if there has been unsafe sexual behavi...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Phimosis: Treatment Options Beyond Circumcision
Phimosis issue Hello: Since childhood, my foreskin has always ballooned up like a balloon when I urinate, and whether I am erect or not, I can only push it back a little with my hand, but I cannot retract it to the coronal sulcus. I also cannot completely clean the smegma. Do I d...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If it cannot be resolved, surgery is recommended, but it is not an emergency, so there is no need for immediate surgery. You can schedule it at your convenience, but you should first seek medical attention. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Treatment Options Beyond Circumcision
Should I Get Circumcised to Better Monitor STD Symptoms?
I have phimosis, but since I have engaged in high-risk sexual behavior, should I undergo circumcision before any symptoms of sexually transmitted infections appear (such as the chancre of syphilis) to better observe for any obvious symptoms? Hello, doctor. I am Yu, who asked ques...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1) No need. 2) It is better to seek medical examination and testing; circumcision is not necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Should I Get Circumcised to Better Monitor STD Symptoms?
Understanding Phimosis and STD Risks: Your Questions Answered
Phimosis, excessive pre-ejaculatory fluid, oral sex without a condom for one minute followed by wiping with a wet tissue, risk of HIV? Hello, Doctor. I have phimosis, and after retracting the foreskin, about one-fifth of the glans is exposed. I previously asked about the issue of...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1) It should be correct. 2) There is no such thing; it is unsafe sexual behavior. 3) There is an itching sensation; whether or not wearing clothing, there will be an itching sensation. Keep clean and dry, and prefer loose-fitting underwear. 4) Both HIV and syphilis are dif...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis and STD Risks: Your Questions Answered
Understanding STD Risks After Unprotected Oral Sex: A Teen's Concern
I have phimosis and engaged in oral sex without a condom for less than a minute, then immediately wiped my penis and glans with a wet wipe before using a condom for oral sex. Is there still a risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? If so, how significant is th...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Oral sex is considered a moderate risk; of course, if the duration is short, the risk is somewhat lower. Additionally, there is a condition known as genital warts that cannot be completely prevented by condoms. If the check-up after three months shows no issues, you can ge...[Read More] Understanding STD Risks After Unprotected Oral Sex: A Teen's Concern
Understanding Phimosis: Concerns and Solutions for Men
Phimosis (excessive foreskin) issue? Doctor, I have phimosis. When I'm not erect, I can retract the foreskin all the way back to expose the entire glans. However, when I am erect, I cannot fully expose the glans. I have tried retracting the foreskin behind the glans before g...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Your foreskin is most at risk of getting stuck after an erection and not being able to retract. If it is not too tight, there is no issue. However, if it is quite tight, you need to be cautious. Most people can achieve an erection without experiencing any stuck situations,...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Concerns and Solutions for Men
Do You Need Circumcision for Phimosis? Understanding Your Options
Foreskin issues Is circumcision necessary for exposed phimosis? When I push the foreskin back over the glans, it turns inside out, and during an erection, it can be exposed. If that's the case, will it be uncomfortable during sexual intercourse? I'm not sure if doctors ...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
If there is no discomfort, inflammation, or blockage, surgery is not necessary. If there are any issues, please seek consultation at the outpatient clinic.[Read More] Do You Need Circumcision for Phimosis? Understanding Your Options
Understanding Post-Urination Dribbling and Its Causes
Incomplete bladder emptying? Hello, after urinating, even if I shake several times, I can still absorb one or two drops of urine on the glans with toilet paper. If I don't use toilet paper, I feel that the glans is damp, and sometimes I even experience a brief moment of shar...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It is likely due to the effects of phimosis. I recommend consulting a urologist to see if a circumcision is necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Urination Dribbling and Its Causes
Understanding Phimosis: Symptoms, Hygiene Tips, and Treatment Options
Phimosis issue I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Usually, you can retract the foreskin, rinse with clean water, dry it, and then push it back. It should not be left wet. If there are blisters, you should seek medical attention for proper evaluation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Symptoms, Hygiene Tips, and Treatment Options
Understanding Discomfort in the Glans and Foreskin After Surgery
There is some discomfort in the glans and foreskin? Hello doctor, I recently underwent a double J stent procedure. Three days after the stent was removed, I started to notice some itching around the glans and foreskin, and I observed some spots at the urethral opening. Subsequent...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
If you are experiencing symptoms of a urinary tract infection, please seek medical evaluation. During the cleaning of the foreskin, gently retract it without force, apply soap lightly, and rinse with clean water. If you are concerned about infection or find cleaning difficult, yo...[Read More] Understanding Discomfort in the Glans and Foreskin After Surgery
Understanding Bumps on the Foreskin: Causes and Concerns
The foreskin has a protrusion? Hello doctor, I recently noticed that when I retract my foreskin, I can see a small raised bump that is mostly skin-colored with a slight white tint. I have to feel it quite carefully to detect the bump, and it feels similar to the surrounding skin,...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If there is no sexual activity, transmission is unlikely. However, if there is sexual experience, there is a possibility of transmission. It is advisable to consult a urologist at a hospital, as early treatment is better if it is genital warts. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Bumps on the Foreskin: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Balanitis and Syphilis: Key Insights for Sexual Health
Balanitis and Syphilis Hello, doctor. My boyfriend and I are experiencing issues with our genitalia after being intimate. He has visited a urology clinic, but there are many points he mentioned that I cannot understand, and I feel it relates to my rights, so I am asking here. His...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Balanitis is different from syphilis; syphilis presents with many variations and can also manifest as balanitis. However, syphilis can be diagnosed through a blood test. If you are very concerned, you can visit a urology department at a hospital for a blood test to check f...[Read More] Understanding Balanitis and Syphilis: Key Insights for Sexual Health
Understanding Phimosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Prepuce issues Hello doctor, I have phimosis. When I wash during a shower, I notice that the smegma seems to increase slightly, and the inner side of the foreskin is a bit red, although the redness is not very noticeable. The inner foreskin feels slightly itchy. After I clean the...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: As you mentioned, the white patches and redness may be signs of inflammation. Please make sure to keep the area clean and dry. If the symptoms persist, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Phimosis: When to Consider Surgery for Treatment
Phimosis issue It seems that my foreskin is a bit too long, and even when I am erect, I cannot retract it completely, leaving the glans exposed. If I try to force it down, it feels tight and painful. My family members have told me that it will naturally retract as I grow older, b...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: In your situation, there is a concern that if the glans becomes exposed during an erection, the foreskin may not retract properly and could become trapped. It mainly depends on how tight the foreskin is. Please seek medical attention for a proper examination by a physician...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: When to Consider Surgery for Treatment
Painful Urination and Foreign Sensation: Possible Causes and Solutions
Dysuria and a sensation of foreign body? Hello, I have been experiencing a burning sensation during urination for the past few days. Usually, it’s fine, but I feel a foreign body sensation. I went to the hospital for a urine test, and the results were normal. Upon visual inspecti...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It is important to pay attention to the foreskin. Since the urinalysis is normal, maintain cleanliness and dryness of the foreskin. If it becomes wet, make sure to dry it. If redness persists, seek medical attention. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Painful Urination and Foreign Sensation: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Black Spots on the Inner Foreskin: When to Seek Help
There are black spots on the inner side of the foreskin? I had a problem with phimosis during my childhood, which resolved by middle school (I can now retract the foreskin normally). When I was younger, I noticed a dark spot on the inner side of the foreskin, but I didn't pa...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Please cherish our online medical resources. When asking the same question, please specify only one physician or nutritionist. Hello: It is advisable to seek medical examination; only a diagnosis can confirm whether the dark spots need further investigation. Wishing you good heal...[Read More] Understanding Black Spots on the Inner Foreskin: When to Seek Help
Should You Consider Circumcision? Risks, Costs, and Recovery Explained
Should circumcision be performed? Previously, there was phimosis, and after using an ointment, the foreskin was retracted to the coronal sulcus, but the frenulum is not long enough and gets stuck at the coronal sulcus. Is there a need for circumcision in this situation? What are ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If there is a blockage, hospitals generally recommend circumcision, but it still requires a physician's examination. The common issues associated with circumcision include bleeding, wound infection, poor healing, and some degree of pain, although it should be manageab...[Read More] Should You Consider Circumcision? Risks, Costs, and Recovery Explained