How should pediatric phimosis be treated?

Patient's question:

My son is 2 years old this year. After the postoperative scrotal adhesion surgery, there is a purplish-blue discoloration in the sulcus of the glans. He had the scrotal adhesion surgery at the hospital in May, and now it has grown back again. Hello, how should the treatment for scrotal adhesion in children be carried out?

Doctor's answer:

Children with phimosis adhesion primarily need to maintain good hygiene in the perineal area, frequently clean the perineum, and as much as possible, retract the foreskin during cleaning. It's appropriate to encourage children to drink more water. You can try gently separating the adhesive areas with your hands and then applying erythromycin ointment. If the adhesion is severe, surgical treatment may need to be considered. Otherwise, it can affect the development of the external genitalia and lead to recurrent urinary tract infections. In cases of severe phimosis adhesion, it's recommended to seek medical attention immediately and follow the doctor's advice for prompt treatment. Avoid using medication blindly to prevent worsening the condition. The above suggestions are for reference only. It is hoped that the answer above can help you. Thank you.

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