Patient's question:
The child is 10 years old this year. These past few days, I took him to the hospital for a thorough examination. The doctor said that his foreskin cannot move completely and is slightly adhered on one side. I am very troubled by this because I don’t understand it. I would like to ask: how serious is this condition and is surgery necessary?Doctor's answer:
You are describing phimosis. It is recommended to have surgery as soon as possible. Our doctors all require that boys have their foreskin removed around the age of 10 to prevent it from affecting the development of the corpora cavernosa, which could lead to penis shortening, erectile dysfunction, and avoid the sensitivity of the corona of the glans causing premature ejaculation. It also helps prevent recurrent episodes of balanitis and reduces the risk of penile cancer. It can also prevent post-marital vaginitis in women and reduce the risk of cervical cancer. I hope the answers to the above questions can help everyone. Thank you.