Patient's question:
I have had my circumcision for four days now, and my glans is always swollen, and sometimes it also hurts. What kind of medicine should I use to control it?Doctor's answer:
Edema after circumcision is a relatively common symptom. Mild swelling of the glans penis within 3 to 4 days after surgery is normal, but there is individual variation. The reason for this edema is that the blood circulation in the frenulum area of the foreskin is quite rich. After the surgery, the blood and lymphatic vessels of the skin are cut off, and new circulation pathways need to be established, which may lead to poor blood flow. This process takes some time. Therefore, if swelling reappears locally after surgery, it usually resolves within 2 to 3 weeks, though in some cases, it may last for more than 3 months. However, there is no need to panic, as the swelling will naturally subside once the new circulation is established. If the swelling persists for an extended period, it is advisable to return to the hospital for a follow-up examination to prevent secondary infection. Effective treatment can also be administered to reduce the swelling.It is recommended to change the dressing daily for a week after surgery. You don’t need to go to a hospital; a small clinic will suffice. If the swelling is severe, you can visit a hydrotherapy center to have it treated. Let them take care of it.