Patient's question:
The child is 4 years old. At birth, he had hidden penis and phimosis. Now, the foreskin opening can be retracted and will not cause phimosis. The glans can be exposed by hand. When pushed or during urination, it can stand up 2.5-3 cm, but it retracts back to just the foreskin after urination. After napping, the penis can become erect.Doctor's answer:
According to your description, as you mentioned this situation, the child is only 4 years old, and phimosis should not be a significant issue. For phimosis, it is generally necessary to wait until the child is in their teens. If it persists after that age, intervention may be required. Currently, the main concern is usually the absence of cryptorchidism. If you are still concerned, it is advisable to have a check-up at the urology department of a hospital. Cryptorchidism can be alleviated, but the treatment process is often lengthy, and there is a higher risk of recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is crucial to actively cooperate with the doctor's medication plan during treatment. Additionally, it is recommended to maintain a healthy lifestyle and diet during the treatment period. We hope the male patient can recover as soon as possible!