Patient's question:
These days, I don't know how, but the smegma under my foreskin has been growing very quickly. I wash my glans and foreskin twice a day, but every time I wash and retract my foreskin to scrub, there's a grayish-white smegma. What's the problem?Doctor's answer:
Hello, there is a possibility that your condition may be balanitis. A substance similar to white bean dregs, called smegma, may grow inside the foreskin. It is the most suitable environment for bacteria to grow, which can lead to inflammation of the foreskin and penis, causing redness, swelling, itching, pain, and even adhesion that prevents the foreskin from retracting. Therefore, it is important to develop the habit of washing the lower body with warm water every night, especially for those with phimosis or excessive foreskin. When washing, retract the foreskin and clean the dirt thoroughly with warm water to prevent it from accumulating inside. Of course, it is best for those with excessive foreskin to undergo a circumcision procedure, which is beneficial for reproductive health.