Patient's question:
The son is now 18 months old and has a strong constitution, but we've noticed he has phimosis. It's said that surgery is required to treat it. The family is very worried. Will the circumcision surgery leave the child with long-term complications? What should we do about phimosis in a 1.5-year-old male baby?Doctor's answer:
The best age for a child to have a circumcision should be determined by a thorough examination at the hospital, and a decision should be made based on the situation. Circumcision for children requires general anesthesia, but improper surgery may interfere with the growth and development of the penis. Therefore, if it does not interfere with urination, the surgery can be performed after puberty (after the age of 16) with local anesthesia. However, it is especially important to maintain cleanliness and regular check-ups to prevent the foreskin from adhering to the glans, which may affect the surgical outcome. However, if there is frequent inflammation, the surgery should be performed as soon as possible.