Phimosis

Phimosis: Treatment, Symptoms

Brief overview Treatment: Phimosis can be treated with an ointment containing cortisone or by surgery. Symptoms: In the case of foreskin constriction, the foreskin cannot be pushed back over the glans or can hardly be pushed back at all. Other possible symptoms are pain and itching. Causes and risk factors: Phimosis is either congenital or … Phimosis: Treatment, Symptoms

Phimosis surgery: Timing, procedure, healing duration

When does phimosis need surgery? From a medical point of view, phimosis surgery is considered if treatment with a cortisone ointment has not been successful. However, surgery is only performed if the phimosis requires treatment. This is the case in the following situations: Disorders during urination (for example, inflation of the foreskin, pain) (frequent) inflammation(s) … Phimosis surgery: Timing, procedure, healing duration