Patient's question:
Medical Description: Today is the 6th day after my circumcision surgery. Due to some matters, I haven't been able to go to the hospital to change the dressing these last two days. Also, it's been particularly dark. So far, I've already spent over 2400. Yesterday, I heard online that soaking at home with potassium permanganate could also work, so I tried it myself. But I found that it's swollen, quite severely. However, it doesn't hurt or itch. What should I do? Also, I have to get my stitches removed tomorrow. How should I handle it today?Past Treatment and Effects: I received red light therapy at the hospital for 4 days, and they changed the dressing every day. But the results were not noticeable. There wasn't much of a feeling.
Help Needed: Please help, doctors.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, phimosis is a common issue among many men. After suffering from excessive foreskin or phimosis, chronic irritation from urine and smegma can lead to swelling, redness, erosion, repeated cross-infection, and even phimotic entrapment of the foreskin, resulting in severe consequences such as necrosis of the glans. Therefore, circumcision is necessary. Circumcision is an open surgical procedure, and the goal is to surgically expose the glans completely, ensuring no hidden areas remain to prevent infection.Generally, stitches can be removed 7-10 days after the surgery, with full recovery taking about 20 days. Intercourse can typically resume around a month post-surgery. After the procedure, the chronic irritation from smegma is reduced, which can enhance sexual sensitivity and lead to greater pleasure. Mild swelling of the glans within 3-4 days after surgery is normal and should not cause alarm. I hope this helps, and wish you good health.