Patient's question:
A while ago, for some reason, I had a circumcision surgery. The doctor gave me small white pills and said that taking them would prevent it from getting hard. But it didn't work for me. On the first night, I took one, and it got hard on its own while I was sleeping. What medicine do people take after having a circumcision for maintenance?Doctor's answer:
Hello, after the circumcision surgery, it is necessary to change the dressing. Generally, povidone-iodine is used for sterilization. After each urination, use povidone-iodine (available at hospitals or pharmacies) for sterilization.When dressing, it is recommended to wear a skirt instead of pants, as the friction from pants can hinder wound healing. Additionally, after circumcision, the glans becomes more sensitive, making it even less suitable to wear pants. It is best to wait until the wound heals before wearing pants.
If the glans is red, swollen, and itchy, it may be due to an infection. It is best to visit a local hospital for a thorough examination. If an infection is present, antibiotics should be taken for treatment, as otherwise, it may interfere with wound healing.