Patient's question:
I have morning erections in the morning, and every time I get an erection, I find that my foreskin is very long, and my penis can't be exposed. I'm planning to have a circumcision, but I've been very worried.Doctor's answer:
Adolescence is a critical period for the growth and development of the penis. If the foreskin is too long, it can tightly cover the glans, preventing the glans from receiving the necessary external stimulation, which hinders the growth and development of the penis. As a result, the diameter of the glans may be smaller after the penis reaches maturity, potentially leading to sexual dissatisfaction during married life and affecting the relationship between spouses. Additionally, if the foreskin is excessively long and accompanied by a narrowed foreskin opening, forcefully retracting the foreskin to the corona and failing to return it promptly can result in clamping and blunt foreskin injury. This can cause ischemic necrosis of the glans or a portion of the foreskin.