When to Stop Applying Medication for Balanitis?
When can I stop applying medication for balanitis? Hello, I have balanitis and after seeing a doctor, I was prescribed a topical cream and a 3-day course of antibiotics. It has been 3 days, and although the redness and swelling of the foreskin have improved and there is no itchin...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Person A: Hello, if you can easily remove the smegma during cleaning, then go ahead and do so. If it is still strongly adhered, wait for it to fall off before cleaning. If there is noticeable improvement, applying an ointment for 3-5 days should suffice. If there is still no impr...[Read More] When to Stop Applying Medication for Balanitis?
Understanding Yellow Bumps Under the Foreskin: Causes and Concerns
Preputial yellow spots I recently pulled back my foreskin and noticed a group of yellowish, approximately 1mm raised spots that resemble pimples. They are not painful or itchy, and I can't squeeze them out. What could this be? I am 12 years old.
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
The yellow substance you notice during your first cleaning of the glans and foreskin is typically smegma. If there are no changes such as redness, swelling, heat, pain, or increased discharge after cleaning, you can usually continue to observe and maintain cleanliness. However, i...[Read More] Understanding Yellow Bumps Under the Foreskin: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Foreskin Issues: Causes and Solutions for Itching and Discomfort
Prepuce issues Hello doctor, for the past ten days, I've been experiencing itching on my foreskin and penis, and there are often thin, light white substances appearing on the surface. After rinsing with clean water, a few hours later, I notice more dryness and the appearance...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, smegma is produced daily as a result of skin cell renewal. It is not necessary to use soap or body wash to clean the foreskin; rinsing with cold water is sufficient. After cleaning, you may apply petroleum jelly locally for maintenance. If you have any further questions, f...[Read More] Understanding Foreskin Issues: Causes and Solutions for Itching and Discomfort
Understanding Tight Foreskin and Sensitivity: Cleaning and Correction Tips
Narrow foreskin opening and sensitivity of the glans: cleaning and correction? For a long time, I could only expose a small part of the glans during an erection and thought that my foreskin could not be retracted, which led to neglecting hygiene. Recently, I discovered that I cou...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
17-year-old male: Hello. 1. Insufficient cleaning may lead to smegma accumulation, which can cause localized inflammation over time and possibly some adhesions. You can try gently pulling back to clean and slowly separate. 2. Sensitivity can gradually improve. 3. If it can gradua...[Read More] Understanding Tight Foreskin and Sensitivity: Cleaning and Correction Tips
Essential Guide to Proper Male Genital Hygiene and Care
Cleaning of the male genitalia? Hello, doctor; I am a 21-year-old male. Since I was young, no one has informed me about the importance of retracting the foreskin for cleaning. I would like to ask how to clean it properly. When I have an erection, the foreskin still covers the gla...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Anonymous: Hello, if you are unable to retract the foreskin for proper cleaning, you may need to consider undergoing a circumcision to correct this issue. Generally, cleaning the foreskin involves retracting it and using cool water to thoroughly wash away the smegma, which is the...[Read More] Essential Guide to Proper Male Genital Hygiene and Care
Do You Need a Circumcision? Understanding Foreskin Issues and Care
Is circumcision necessary? The foreskin usually covers the glans and can be fully retracted for cleaning, but during an erection, it can only retract to the frenulum, getting stuck in a small ring and unable to retract completely. Pulling it back further causes injury to the fren...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, if the foreskin is too tight, a circumcision procedure can be performed. If it is too long, a circumcision surgery may be indicated. For hygiene, you can rinse the smegma with clean water and gently wipe it with your fingers or a towel. As for urine residue, it is best to ...[Read More] Do You Need a Circumcision? Understanding Foreskin Issues and Care
Understanding Phimosis: Can Circumcision Be Performed Safely?
Phimosis Thank you, doctor, for taking the time to answer my questions this afternoon. I still have one concern. According to what you mentioned earlier, proper cleaning should be done before undergoing a circumcision. However, I have phimosis, and I am afraid that if I forcibly ...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Anonymous: Hello, if you are unable to retract the foreskin for cleaning, a general physician will typically retract it under anesthesia for cleaning and disinfection. Therefore, this should not affect the surgery. However, if you are unable to retract it for cleaning on your own...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Can Circumcision Be Performed Safely?
Understanding Phimosis and Smegma: Key Insights for Young Men
Phimosis and smegma? Dear Dr. Hsu Wei-Kai, I hope you can take some time to answer my questions. I am really worried this winter break. I am 18 years old, and due to a lack of knowledge, I did not know that the foreskin needed to be retracted for cleaning. It was only during thi...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Anonymous: Hello. 1. There are many types of circumcision procedures, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. 2. It can be performed during the summer vacation. 3. Inadequate disinfection before the surgery can lead to infections. 4. A diagnosis can only be made after ass...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis and Smegma: Key Insights for Young Men
Understanding Pearly Penile Papules: Location and Concerns
The location of pearly penile papules? Hello Doctor, I have developed pearly penile papules near the edge of the glans, close to the coronal sulcus. Additionally, I have noticed something that looks similar to pearly penile papules at the junction of the urethral opening and the ...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, the pearl glands are generally located in the coronal sulcus. It is advisable to seek medical attention for confirmation. 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 nece...[Read More] Understanding Pearly Penile Papules: Location and Concerns
Understanding Phimosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Suspected phimosis? I have elevated blood sugar levels, with my HbA1c around 6.3. Aside from occasionally feeling thirsty, I don't have many other symptoms. Previously, my foreskin completely covered the glans, and I could retract it back to the coronal sulcus during an erec...
Dr. Lin Wenxu Reply:
Recurrent infections may lead to phimosis. It is recommended to visit a urology clinic for a comprehensive evaluation and treatment. If the phimosis is significant, surgical intervention may be necessary.[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Understanding Itchy Foreskin and Painful Erection: Causes and Solutions
Itchy glans and painful foreskin during erection? Hello Doctor, about two weeks ago, I started experiencing significant itching in my foreskin. During showers, I noticed a lot of smegma (a visible white layer before washing), which I have never encountered before despite always m...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, it is still necessary to enhance cleaning efforts. For the time being, there may still be a sensation of pain. It should improve after a while. If the discomfort persists for more than two weeks, it is advisable to seek medical treatment. If there are any unclear points, f...[Read More] Understanding Itchy Foreskin and Painful Erection: Causes and Solutions
Should I Get Circumcised? Concerns About Sensation and Sexual Function
Circumcision issues? My foreskin is quite long and covers the entire glans. I have no issues urinating, but during an erection, the glans does not emerge. I can have intercourse without pain, but I don't feel much sensation. Should I consider a circumcision? I've heard ...
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
It is essential to clarify that a simple description cannot determine a medical condition. Therefore, if symptoms do not improve or worsen, it is recommended to seek consultation and examination from a professional physician to avoid delaying the diagnosis. Physicians often need ...[Read More] Should I Get Circumcised? Concerns About Sensation and Sexual Function
Understanding Unusual Growths on the Penis: Causes and Treatments
There is an unusual growth in the middle of the foreskin? I have a round, red bump on the outer side of my penis foreskin, which has a whitish appearance inside and is about the size of a grain of rice. It hurts when I press on it, but nothing comes out. I have not engaged in sex...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
What you might be referring to is smegma, but please consult a urologist for an examination to address your concerns.[Read More] Understanding Unusual Growths on the Penis: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Urology: Common Concerns and Questions Explained
Foreign body + several questions 1. After retracting the foreskin, a strange substance appears on either side of the frenulum in the coronal sulcus, resembling dirt that can be scraped off. However, when squeezed, it feels more like a sponge than dirt. What is this substance? 2...
Dr. Lin Hexing Reply:
Hello: 1. That is smegma, which should be cleaned daily. 2. The average erect penis length for Taiwanese men is 10.5 cm, with a width of approximately 3.8 cm, measured from the base of the penis to the glans. Body size has little effect on length, while ethnicity has a greater im...[Read More] Understanding Urology: Common Concerns and Questions Explained
Understanding Redness and Itching: Is It Balanitis or Phimosis?
The glans and the area near the penis are red? Hello, doctor. I have some redness on my glans and near the shaft of my penis. Usually, there’s no sensation, but I recently learned that I should retract the foreskin to clean it. After cleaning, the red area feels a bit itchy, but ...
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
The yellow substance you notice during your first cleaning of the glans and foreskin is usually smegma. If there are no changes such as redness, swelling, heat, pain, or an increase in discharge after cleaning, you can generally continue to observe and maintain cleanliness. Howev...[Read More] Understanding Redness and Itching: Is It Balanitis or Phimosis?
Understanding Phimosis: Treatment Options Beyond Surgery
Phimosis issue I am currently around 25 years old and have difficulty exposing the glans during an erection. When not erect, I can manually push the foreskin back to expose it, but it quickly returns to its original position. The skin on the glans feels very sensitive, and there ...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Xiao Ming: Hello, whether phimosis requires surgery depends on the condition of the foreskin as well as individual patient factors. Some individuals may have a completely non-retractable foreskin, yet the physician may not deem surgery necessary. However, there are many patients ...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Treatment Options Beyond Surgery
Understanding Bumps Under the Foreskin: Causes and Concerns
Inside the foreskin I have noticed some lumps inside the foreskin over the past few days, but there are no other significant symptoms. I just feel that something is unusual, so I would like to ask if this could be smegma or a sign of other symptoms?
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
Commonly, smegma can be observed, and if there is no discomfort after cleaning, it is advisable to continue monitoring and maintaining hygiene. However, if discomfort occurs, please seek medical attention promptly. It is important to note that a simple description cannot determin...[Read More] Understanding Bumps Under the Foreskin: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Recurrent Itching Under the Foreskin: Causes and Solutions
Recurrent itching of the foreskin? Hello Doctor: I have a bit of phimosis, where the foreskin does not retract naturally during an erection, but I can manually expose the entire glans. Therefore, I pay close attention to hygiene and wash with cold water (without any cleanser) for...
Dr. Lin Hexing Reply:
Hello: That is smegma, which is produced daily, so it should be cleaned regularly. However, there is no need to scrub for 1-2 minutes; gently wash with lotion will suffice. It is not a medical issue, and no further examinations are necessary. It is recommended that you consult a ...[Read More] Understanding Recurrent Itching Under the Foreskin: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Foreskin Issues: Itchy Symptoms and White Discharge Explained
Hello, doctor? Hello, doctor. I apologize for bothering you again with questions. I have already visited a clinic, and the doctor mentioned that the skin on my foreskin is slightly broken. I have been prescribed medication and given ointment to apply. Today, while showering, I us...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, the white substance is smegma, which is produced daily and needs to be cleaned regularly. It can cause itching, sometimes due to tissue repair, which is a temporary phenomenon. As long as there is no further irritation, it should heal. Wishing you a happy New Year and may ...[Read More] Understanding Foreskin Issues: Itchy Symptoms and White Discharge Explained
Is My Penile Lump Cancerous? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
Hello, doctor. Is this lump on my penis cancer? I have researched a lot of information and many cases state that smegma is a significant cancer-causing agent, but smegma accumulates on the skin, and I often clean it, so I don't have that concern. Furthermore, I do not have a...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Mr. Chen: Hello, penile cancer typically presents with local tumors, ulcers, and other manifestations. However, in the early stages, it may only appear as small lesions on the epidermis. Regarding the size of the tumor you mentioned: 15 cm, I believe that might be a mistake. Howe...[Read More] Is My Penile Lump Cancerous? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns