Patient's question:
I have had phimosis since I was a child. My glans can't be exposed, and even when I'm erect, it still can't come out. Others say it's not good and need surgery, but I don't want to have surgery. I just want to leave it this way!What kind of help do I need: Please tell me what are the effects of phimosis?
Doctor's answer:
Caused by balanoposthitis: Excessive foreskin or phimosis can lead to the accumulation of smegma, making it easier for bacterial infections to occur, which in turn can result in balanitis and posthitis. Inflammatory adhesions can interfere with the looseness of the foreskin, leading to secondary phimosis, and may even cause narrowing of the external urethral orifice.Causes of penile cancer: Long-term exposure to bacteria, viruses, and shed epithelial cells within the foreskin can increase the risk of penile cancer. If phimosis is not treated promptly, the foreskin and glans penis may experience recurrent edema and suppuration.