Patient's question:
When the penis is not erect, the glans always protrudes out. The foreskin feels short and often retracts into the coronal sulcus, with the coronal sulcus becoming exposed. Additionally, the foreskin sticks to the scrotum all day. Is this normal? Does this foreskin have a problem?Doctor's answer:
Suggestion: Excessive foreskin refers to a foreskin that covers the urethral meatus but can be retracted to reveal the urethral meatus and glans penis; if there is excessive foreskin or phimosis, it is recommended to undergo circumcision at an early stage. The dangers of phimosis or excessive foreskin are severe:A. Dirt and smegma within the foreskin are more prone to bacterial colonization, potentially leading to penile tumors. During sexual intercourse with a partner, the smegma may be pushed into the vagina, causing cervical diseases, and even cervical cancer.
B. Due to penile inflammation, it may lead to narrowing of the urethral meatus or anterior urethra, resulting in difficulty urinating. Long-term difficulty urinating can harm kidney function.