Patient's question:
I am 16 years old and just had appendicitis surgery last week. After being discharged from the hospital, it took about a week before I took a shower. I noticed that there was a lot of white smegma inside and it took me a long time to wash it off. After about 3 or 4 days, when I went to wash again, I found that the foreskin was swollen and red, with two particularly painful spots, and the urethral opening was also red. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
After undergoing circumcision for excessive foreskin, swelling in the glans area is likely due to poor drainage of local lymphatic tissue. Over time, collateral circulation will gradually form, and this condition will return to normal. Generally, it takes about 3 weeks to reach normal conditions, but it may also extend to around 3 months, depending on the individual.During this period, it is important to maintain local hygiene, keeping the area clean and dry, and wearing loose cotton underwear. If swelling is significant, sexual activity should be temporarily avoided.
There are many treatment methods for glans redness and swelling, but since symptoms vary among patients, the diagnostic approach differs. Therefore, patients need to undergo timely examination and diagnosis to receive appropriate treatment.