Phimosis, Urology FAQ

Understanding STD Testing and Diagnosis: Key Questions Answered

Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Testing Hello, Doctor: I visited a urology clinic today for a sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening, which included blood tests and a urine test. The results are not yet available. I also had a consultation with the clinic's phys...

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, your questions are generally addressed as follows: 1. Without a personal examination, a diagnosis cannot be made. Please respect the professionalism of all qualified physicians. 2. In addition to urine and blood tests, bacterial and microbial cultures may also be necessary...

Persistent Swelling After Circumcision: What to Expect at Week Seven

The swelling has not subsided even seven weeks after the circumcision? Hello, doctor. I underwent a circumcision procedure at a public medical center on Taiwan Boulevard in Taichung on July 29 due to phimosis. The surgeon informed me beforehand that they would not remove too much...

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, based on what you described, it is currently 42 days post-surgery. Since I cannot see the wound or assess the swelling, I am unable to provide an evaluation. I recommend that you visit the surgeon who performed your operation or my clinic for an assessment, so that appropr...

Non-Surgical Solutions for Phimosis: Managing Tight Foreskin Issues

Phimosis issue When not erect, the foreskin can be retracted completely, but the glans is not visible. The tip of the foreskin feels tight when fully retracted, with a noticeable indentation in that area. During an erection, a small ring of skin remains that prevents the glans fr...

Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Mr. Hong: Hello, based on your description, it appears that you have incomplete phimosis due to excessive foreskin. You can see the glans when you push, but there is a narrow ring present, which can vary in size among individuals. It may not be possible to retract it during an er...

Causes and Concerns of Prepuce Skin Lesions: What You Need to Know

Causes of foreskin tearing? Hello, doctor. A few weeks ago, I experienced a tear in my foreskin (I have phimosis, and the sensation of the torn foreskin felt similar to having a sore in my mouth, both in sensation and size). However, it healed on its own after about four to five ...

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of balanitis is higher. As for whether you have contracted syphilis or other sexually transmitted infections, it depends on whether you have engaged in high-risk behaviors. It is advisable to seek an evaluation at a urology clinic early on, and I would like ...

Understanding Phimosis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Concerns

Foreskin issues Doctor, my foreskin completely covers the glans when I am not erect, but I can retract it for cleaning. However, when I am erect, the foreskin still completely covers the glans, and when I try to push it back, it gets stuck halfway over the glans and feels very ti...

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, the pain you described during intercourse could be a reason to evaluate whether a circumcision is necessary. Generally, circumcision does not shorten the penis, and premature ejaculation varies from person to person. It is advisable to consult a urologist for follow-up.

Understanding Phimosis: Do You Need Circumcision?

Phimosis issue I just started high school this year. My foreskin covers the entire glans, but when I'm not erect, I can push it back completely to expose the glans (although it feels a bit tight and touching the glans is painful). However, when I am erect, I cannot push it b...

Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It sounds like you may need a circumcision procedure, or it would be advisable to see a urologist for an examination and to discuss your concerns with a physician.

Understanding Puberty: Concerns About Penis Size and Foreskin Issues

Questions of Puberty Hello doctor, I am a soon-to-be sophomore, 188 cm tall and weighing 80 kg, with no exercise habits. Currently, my average penis length is about 6 cm when flaccid and about 11 cm when erect. During a casual conversation with friends, one of them showed me his ...

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, Peng: The length and rigidity of the penis are related to genetics, exercise, and lifestyle habits. You are only 16 years old, and you still have many years of development ahead of you. The size of others may vary due to individual development or increased testosterone lev...

Dealing with Tight Foreskin: Tips for Managing Sensitivity and Discomfort

Phimosis issue I would like to ask about my erection; I can retract the foreskin behind the glans with my hand, but it feels a bit tight, and the foreskin feels stretched. How should I address this? The glans is very sensitive, and I have only been rinsing it with water so far.

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: It sounds like you may have phimosis. I recommend visiting a urology clinic to assess whether a circumcision is necessary.

Should the Glans Be Exposed or Covered by the Foreskin?

Exposed glans penis Hello, doctor! Should the glans be covered by the foreskin when the penis is flaccid, or should it be exposed? (There is a condition of phimosis, but it can be retracted behind the glans when erect.)

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, it is normal for the glans to be either inside or outside the foreskin when not erect. If the foreskin can retract behind the glans when erect, generally no treatment is needed. If you still have concerns, please consult a urologist for evaluation.

Understanding Penis Size and Concerns: A Guide for Young Men

Penile issues I am currently 17 years old and will turn 18 by the end of the year. I'm not sure if it's due to my habit of staying up late, but it seems that my penis has not changed much over time. The length when erect is 14 cm, but the girth is only about 3.5 cm. Is ...

Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
You can go to the hospital for an examination.

Dealing with Phimosis: Concerns About Sensitivity and Skin Irritation

Phimosis can cause skin tearing during masturbation? I have a condition of phimosis, where the foreskin completely covers the penis even when fully erect, but I can easily retract the foreskin to expose the glans for cleaning. I have been masturbating with the foreskin covering t...

Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
First, go to the hospital for an examination.

Understanding and Treating Frenulum Tears After Intense Sexual Activity

Laceration at the junction of the glans and the foreskin? After having intercourse with my partner, I discovered a tear at the junction area due to the intensity of the activity. There is a wound in the groove beneath the glans, and the foreskin is slightly torn as well. I initia...

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, if the wound has not healed after more than two weeks, it is advisable to visit a urology clinic as soon as possible to avoid delaying treatment.

Understanding Phimosis and Penis Pain: When to Seek Medical Help

Penile issues Hello doctor, I have a phimosis issue, but my foreskin is relatively loose, and I have been able to retract it for cleaning. Do I need to undergo circumcision? Additionally, I have suddenly experienced pain in my penis over the past two days. It hurts when I touch i...

Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Hello, sir: If the foreskin can be easily retracted for cleaning, circumcision is not necessary. However, pain on the right side of the glans may indicate an infection or inflammatory condition. It is recommended to seek medical treatment at the Urology Department of Xinying Hosp...

Understanding Premature Ejaculation and Phimosis: Solutions for Young Men

Premature ejaculation and phimosis? Hello doctor, I am currently 18 years old. My penis measures 5 cm when flaccid and 12 cm when erect. Is there still a chance or method to increase its size? When flaccid, I have a complete foreskin, and when erect, the glans is partially visibl...

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, the size is within the normal range, but you have an issue with phimosis. It is recommended that you visit a urology clinic to evaluate the possibility of circumcision. As for premature ejaculation, it is advised that you exercise more and maintain a diet low in fats and s...

Should I Get Circumcised for My Varicocele and Long Foreskin?

Varicocele I have varicocele, and after examination, my sperm count is normal. However, the doctor mentioned that I have phimosis and recommended circumcision. Should I go ahead with the circumcision? When I am erect, the foreskin covers the glans, but I can retract the foreskin ...

Dr. Lin Wenxu Reply:
Circumcision is necessary in the following situations: 1. Complete phimosis: where the foreskin cannot be fully retracted. 2. Recurrent balanitis. It is advisable to seek a second opinion from another urologist.

Can Balanitis Lead to Prostatitis? Understanding the Connection

Prostatitis Hello, can balanitis cause prostatitis?

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, balanitis and prostatitis are two different conditions. To my knowledge, there is no direct correlation between the two. However, severe balanitis may increase the risk of urinary tract infections, as well as the quantity and variety of bacteria. It is recommended to consu...

Managing Phimosis: Tips for Travelers with Urological Concerns

Foreskin issues Hello, doctor. I am currently traveling abroad and unable to visit a hospital for an examination of my phimosis. Due to my work shifts, my foreskin occasionally becomes inflamed. I only seek medication when it becomes severe; otherwise, for mild inflammation, I le...

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there don't seem to be any specific issues with the cleaning process. It is likely that prolonged friction and heat during your travels have contributed to this. I recommend wearing looser underwear and shorts if the weather permits. If ther...

Understanding Phimosis: Treatment Options and Concerns

Phimosis issue I'm sorry, but I cannot provide medical advice. It's important to consult a healthcare professional for concerns regarding phimosis or any related issues. They can offer the appropriate guidance and treatment options.

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: The symptoms you described sound like a serious phimosis issue. I recommend visiting a urology clinic to evaluate whether a circumcision is necessary. As for your question about the effectiveness of applying ointment, I'm sorry, but I don't quite understand what ...

Understanding Phimosis and Inflammation: Symptoms and Treatment Options

Phimosis and inflammation issues? Hello Doctor, I have often experienced a burning sensation during urination since high school. The symptoms come and go; sometimes it feels better, and other times it flares up. I have a problem with phimosis and have not previously retracted the...

Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: Chronic long-term inflammation can potentially cause the foreskin to adhere to the glans, which is an inflammatory response. As you mentioned, not seeing significant improvement after one day of medication is normal, as the effects of medication are not immediate. A circum...

Dealing with Foreskin Issues: Tips for Managing Pain and Discomfort

Prepuce issues After experiencing itching on my glans, I have been noticing white, flake-like substances on my foreskin every day. On the first day, I was able to retract the foreskin for cleaning, but by the second day, attempting to retract it caused it to crack and bleed, maki...

Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Hello, sir: For phimosis combined with excessive foreskin, please consult the Urology Department for treatment at Xinying Hospital, Dr. Chen Jian-sheng.

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