Patient's question:
Under normal circumstances, it's in a package, and when erect, it needs to be held by hand to expose the head. Does this count?Doctor's answer:
Hello, there is a possibility that your condition may be phimosis.Guidelines:
Epididymitis refers to the foreskin covering the urethral meatus, but the urethral meatus and glans can still be exposed when the foreskin is retracted. Phimosis refers to a narrow foreskin opening that tightly encloses the penis and cannot be retracted to expose the glans. The main harm of phimosis is primarily due to difficulty in cleaning the area between the foreskin and the penis, leading to the accumulation of smegma, which can cause local redness, itching, or pain in the foreskin and glans, making it easy to develop balanoposthitis. A narrowed foreskin opening can lead to urination difficulties, as urine often accumulates in the foreskin, forming smegma that cannot be cleaned. Therefore, both conditions are detrimental to reproductive health. It is recommended to seek medical examination and treatment. If necessary, circumcision can be performed to resolve the issue. Post-surgery, there are no adverse effects on the body, and it can also promote penile development.