Patient's question:
Recently, I found out that I have balanitis and realized that my prepuce is too long. I didn't pay much attention to it before, and it didn't cause much impact. Now I noticed that there's still some residue after urination. What are the obvious symptoms of a prepuce that is too long?Doctor's answer:
The hazards of excessive foreskin are:1. Leading to balanoposthitis: Excessive foreskin or phimosis can easily produce smegma, which is prone to bacterial infection.
2. Causing penile cancer: Long-term irritation from bacteria, viruses, and shed epithelial cells in the foreskin can increase the recurrence rate of penile cancer.
3. Increasing the risk of gynecological diseases in sexual partners. For patients with excessive foreskin, timely treatment can reduce recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should seek appropriate treatment promptly and maintain regular sexual activity while avoiding prolonged sitting in daily life.