Patient's question:
Lately, when taking baths, I often notice white stuff in my foreskin. It's been like this for a long time, and it's still there even after washing. The assistance I need: What is the white stuff in the foreskin? Is it harmful to my health?Doctor's answer:
Hello! After boys enter puberty, the glans penis will produce secretions. Especially in cases of excessive foreskin, if it is not cleaned thoroughly and promptly, it will naturally dry and form smegma. This smegma is prone to causing inflammation. In very rare cases, boys who do not clean their foreskin properly for a long period may develop conditions such as balanitis or foreskin adhesion, causing unnecessary pain and even potential complications in future married life. The irritation from smegma can even be one of the triggers for penile cancer. For those with foreskin issues, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of complications. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should seek timely and appropriate treatment, and maintain a regular lifestyle in daily life, avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery!