Patient's question:
I had a penile ring removal surgery. The day before the ring removal, an erection caused the wound to open. After the ring was removed, there was an opening. It has been 4 days since the ring removal. How long will it take for the wound to heal?Doctor's answer:
After penile surgery, during the recovery period, it is necessary to prevent erections. Suggestions that may lead to problems such as cracks in the wound surface can include using medications like growth factors, applying povidone-iodine for sterilization, taking oral anti-inflammatory drugs, avoiding spicy and irritating foods, preventing sexual intercourse and erections to alleviate the condition, and preventing water contact to avoid infection. For patients with penile conditions, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of recurrence. If treatment is delayed, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should receive timely medication and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life while avoiding prolonged sitting.