Phimosis and Paraphimosis

What are the symptoms of Phimosis and Paraphimosis?

Phimosis is usually painless. However, a very tight foreskin may interfere with urination or sexual function. In addition, phimosis may make it difficult for a man to clean under the foreskin, which c....

Phimosis and Paraphimosis: When should one seek medical advice?

Call your doctor if you: Have difficulty pulling back or cleaning under your foreskin Develop an infection under the foreskin Pull back your foreskin and cannot push it back into its normal.......

How does one prevent Phimosis and Paraphimosis?

Phimosis may be prevented by good hygiene. This includes fully pulling back and cleaning under the foreskin during bathing.   Paraphimosis can be prevented by carefully replacing the foreskin eve....

What is the expected duration of Phimosis and Paraphimosis?

Phimosis in a young child is likely to improve on its own. In adults, phimosis will not go away unless surgery is performed or an infection can be.......

What is the prognosis of Phimosis and Paraphimosis?

In most men, phimosis is not a serious problem and will not require treatment. However, it is not expected to improve on its own.   As noted above, paraphimosis is sometimes a medical emergency, ....