Patient's question:
I have been frequently infected with balanitis recently. It gets better only to return shortly after, and then I get infected again, coming back and forth. However, I have always maintained good personal hygiene, which makes it very uncomfortable. The help I am seeking: Is the foreskin harmful to the body?Doctor's answer:
Hello, after reviewing your question, phimosis refers to a condition where the foreskin covers the urethral meatus but can be retracted, exposing the urethral meatus and glans penis. Paraphimosis refers to a condition where the foreskin opening is narrowed or the foreskin is to the glans penis, preventing the foreskin from retracting and exposing the urethral meatus and glans penis. Treatment for paraphimosis often involves circumcision. Phimosis can also be treated with this surgery; if surgery is not performed, it is important to pay attention to hygiene and retract the foreskin regularly for cleaning. Wishing you good health.