Patient's question:
I have phimosis. Before getting married, I didn't feel anything was wrong. I never thought about getting treatment either. Now that I've been married for a while, I feel it's affecting my life more and more. The doctor suggested I have surgery. Is it necessary to have phimosis surgically removed? How much does it cost?Doctor's answer:
The foreskin's own secretions contain antibacterial components, but due to the moist and warm environment of the foreskin cavity, bacteria can more easily multiply here. This is a matter of balance. If bacterial growth is lower than the foreskin's self-cleaning function, it may lead to recurrent inflammation of the foreskin. A prolonged foreskin can be stabilized, but the treatment period is generally long, and recurrence is common after treatment. Therefore, during treatment, medications should be used appropriately, and patients should avoid prolonged sitting or riding and pay more attention to personal hygiene.