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Understanding White Residue in the Coronary Sulcus: Causes and Care Tips

There is white discharge in the coronal sulcus? In the past, when the foreskin could not be retracted, I was unable to clean the area underneath. After I was able to retract it, I discovered some buildup and increased my cleaning efforts. However, after some time, I noticed a whi...


Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
It may be smegma; please maintain cleanliness by gently retracting the foreskin during your daily shower, applying soap, and then rinsing thoroughly with water.

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Understanding Glans Color Changes: Is It Normal or a Concern?

Glans color issues or leukoplakia? Hello, doctor. I have phimosis, but I can normally expose the glans during regular and erect states. Should I keep it exposed all the time, or is it better to keep it covered to protect the color of my glans, which is slightly red in the center ...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello, it may be natural to withdraw when engorged and to cover when retracted; there is no need to intentionally withdraw all the time. The color of the glans varies from person to person and can also change at different times for the same individual, so there is no need for con...

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Understanding Sensitivity and Care for the Penis: What to Do When Issues Arise

Masturbation issues? I would like to ask about washing the penis and glans with body wash. I rubbed the sensitive area of the glans until I felt an urge to ejaculate, then I rinsed with warm water to clean the smegma and glans. After washing, when I retracted the foreskin, I noti...


Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
Continue to monitor; if there are any issues, visit the outpatient clinic.

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Understanding White Bumps on the Glans: Causes and Solutions

Issues with the surface of the glans? Hello doctor, I have read a lot and asked questions, but it seems not many people have this issue. I had phimosis for a long time, and recently I have been cleaning for almost a year, but there seems to be a white layer on the surface of the ...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If it cannot be washed away, it is likely the natural color of the foreskin and glans. It is not advisable to scrub it vigorously. You may want to visit a urology department at a hospital, where the doctors will certainly assist you and provide recommendations. Wishing you...

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Managing Phimosis: Tips for Sexual Health and Comfort

Phimosis during sexual intercourse? Hello doctor, I am a freshman in high school and I have phimosis. My question is that I can pull the foreskin back behind the glans, but the glans is very sensitive to even slight contact. So I would like to ask, when I want to have sex in the ...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If phimosis can be retracted, it should be retracted daily for cleaning, dried, and then pushed back without the need for special soap or body wash. Over time, it will gradually become less sensitive, and during intercourse, the glans will naturally be exposed when enterin...

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How to Effectively Clean Persistent Smegma from the Penis

The formation of a white film of smegma in adults that cannot be washed away? Previously, I had phimosis, but I could normally retract it to the coronal sulcus. The white and yellow chunks of smegma were easy to clean. When I asked the doctor, they just advised me to wash daily, ...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It is important not to use body wash or loofahs; keeping the area dry is crucial. After urination, make sure to pat the skin dry. After a period of dryness, the white discharge will decrease. If engaging in sexual activity, be sure to use protection. Wishing you good healt...

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Understanding the Causes of Increased Smegma: A Urology Perspective

Increased smegma? Hello doctor, I used to have no smegma during cleaning, but recently I suddenly have smegma. Normally, my glans is exposed, and I haven't engaged in sexual activity with others. What could be the issue?


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The foreskin is quite special; it is recommended to rinse with clean water and dry thoroughly. Wear loose and breathable underwear, as this can help prevent your condition. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Glans and Foreskin Issues: Symptoms and Treatments

Issues with the glans and foreskin? 1. I have been experiencing small cracks in my foreskin since mid-March. Sometimes after masturbation, it hurts, and there is even a little bit of blood (when covered with tissue, it shows a slight red stain). Initially, I consulted a dermatolo...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It may be advisable to temporarily avoid ejaculation or sexual intercourse, but you should wash the area with clean water every morning and evening, and dry it (using a clean cotton swab). Do not use soap or body wash. Your situation is not uncommon; it involves skin injur...

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Persistent Balanitis: Understanding Symptoms and Treatment Options

Glans and foreskin issues? Hello Doctor: Previously, I experienced inflammation of the foreskin due to masturbation, which has not completely healed. After consulting a urologist, I was prescribed tetracycline and a steroid ointment, but the results have been limited. The inflamm...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If you have sexual intercourse, the inflammation may be caused by the sexual activity rather than masturbation. It is important to practice safe sex. If there has been unsafe sexual behavior, a visit to the urology department for examination may be necessary. Additionally,...

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Understanding Erection Issues During Intercourse: Causes and Solutions

Insufficient rigidity during penetration? Hello Doctor, I have never had sexual experience before and I have phimosis (very tight, unable to retract). A urologist examined me and said that my foreskin is filled with smegma, and I need a circumcision but I haven't had it done...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Here are my suggestions for you. 1) Circumcision is necessary, but it is best to schedule it before a holiday, as your situation may lead to increased sensitivity and discomfort while walking after the procedure. It would be ideal to have a few days off to rest. 2) There a...

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Understanding Cauliflower Warts and Itchy Glans: A Urology Perspective

Regarding cauliflower and itching of the glans? Hello doctor, my symptoms of genital warts have not recurred for three months. Initially, I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner and took medication for about two months, after which all the warts fell off. Since th...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The cauliflower-like growth may require observation for more than six months, but the chances of recurrence decrease significantly over time. It is important to use condoms during sexual intercourse. When bathing, if you retract the foreskin, you may notice a white dischar...

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Post-Circumcision Care: Managing Swelling and Hygiene Concerns

Reproductive organs Hello Doctor, since I had a circumcision on January 18th, I have been following the hospital physician's instructions to soak in warm water to soften the sutures. The suture ends are almost gone, but the swelling has not completely subsided. I underwent t...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It takes time for edema to subside, but if there is any debris, it should be removed with a cotton swab. Try to keep the area clean and dry; it should not be moist. Thank you for your inquiry.

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Understanding Smegma Buildup: Concerns and Solutions for Uncircumcised Men

Smegma under the foreskin? Hello, Doctor. After successfully retracting my foreskin (although sometimes I can't pull it back), I noticed a large accumulation of smegma in the area, which seems to be along the sulcus. It won't wash away with water, and when I tried to to...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: You can try soaking in warm water for about 15 minutes. After soaking, see if it can come off. If it doesn't, don't worry; soak for a few more days to minimize skin injury during the process. Generally, the color of the glans is different from that of the foreski...

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How to Clean Smegma After Retracting the Foreskin: A Guide

Cleaning smegma after retracting the foreskin? Hello, I would like to ask about a recent issue. After retracting my foreskin, I noticed a white substance that resembles smegma, which seems to have formed due to a lack of cleaning over time. How can I remove it? I read that soakin...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If soaking in warm water (a sitz bath) does not improve the condition, please visit a doctor at the hospital for treatment (as there may be wounds from the extraction).

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How to Safely Remove White Membrane from the Glans: A Urology Guide

The glans is completely covered by a white membrane? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my concerns regarding the foreskin and the sensitive feeling I used to have. Now I am able to retract it and touch it without fear. However, I notice that there are large chunks of smegma...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If it is indeed a white membrane, soaking in warm water (during a bath) can help it detach, but do not rush, as this may injure the underlying skin and cause a wound. Some individuals may also have a different coloration due to prolonged coverage by the foreskin. If you ar...

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Understanding Glans and Foreskin Issues: Common Concerns Explained

Glans and foreskin issues? Hello, doctor. I have some questions: 1. I have a dark line at the tip of my glans; is this normal? 2. When I retract my foreskin completely, there are small openings between the glans and the foreskin, and smegma accumulates in there. Is this normal?


Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: I don't quite understand your question. Regarding smegma, it is recommended to rinse with warm water appropriately and avoid excessive cleaning. If you still have questions, please consult a urologist.

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Understanding Foreskin Issues: Itchy Bumps and the Need for Circumcision

Itchy foreskin + pros and cons of circumcision? 1. I have noticed small white bumps at the tip of my foreskin that look somewhat like acne, but they probably aren't. They occasionally itch (very itchy). What could this problem be? Can I use an ointment to resolve it? If so, ...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If circumcision is not performed, it is important to pay attention to hygiene and keep the area dry. Many people do not undergo surgery. Additionally, small white particles may require a doctor's consultation. The main focus should also be on maintaining cleanliness a...

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Swollen Frenulum After Masturbation: Causes and Solutions

The penis is swollen? The day before yesterday, after masturbating, I noticed that the next day my penis was swollen and not erect. Due to academic reasons, I haven't cleaned the smegma for a while, and I was also dry during masturbation. Will the swelling go down on its own...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: As long as the skin swelling is not red and the foreskin has returned to its normal position, it will recover. If it does not gradually subside after half a day, please consult a physician. Thank you for your inquiry. (Additionally, be sure to clean the foreskin daily.)

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Dealing with Foreskin Issues: Pain, Hygiene, and Solutions

Smegma issue I have phimosis, but I can retract the foreskin when not erect. I have a habit of masturbation, and recently I've started to clean the smegma around the urethral opening, which is red and painful to touch. I can successfully retract the foreskin and have noticed...


Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: Clinically, it may be balanoposthitis. It is recommended to visit a urology clinic for examination and treatment. Regarding the issue of smegma, it is sufficient to gently retract the foreskin during bathing and rinse with warm water. Do not be overly concerned about wheth...

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Understanding Foreskin Care: Common Concerns and Solutions

Prepuce issues I recently started cleaning smegma for the past 1-2 days. Currently, I don't have any major issues with my penis; urination and DIY activities are normal. I haven't retracted the foreskin during DIY. I noticed a slight redness at the urethral opening, and...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello, it seems that you have a narrow band of foreskin, which makes it difficult to retract during an erection. If you gently try to retract it while showering daily, some individuals find that the tightness gradually loosens over time, allowing for retraction during an erection...

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