Patient's question:
A child has excessive foreskin, does it affect development?Doctor's answer:
Hello, phimosis refers to a condition where the penis skin of an adult male covers the glans, preventing it from being fully exposed. Paraphimosis occurs when the foreskin completely encloses the glans, leaving the glans unable to be exposed at any time. Phimosis and paraphimosis can lead to premature ejaculation, retrograde ejaculation, cancer, and affect the development of the glans.Choosing the best time for circumcision is very important. Since phimosis or paraphimosis can hinder genital development, leading to poor development and potentially resulting in a small penis, the best time for circumcision should be after the child is 10 years old. It is recommended to seek treatment early to avoid delaying the condition.