Patient's question:
I am 22 years old now. Since I became aware of myself, I have felt that I have phimosis, penile shortening, and other issues. However, due to my introverted personality, poor financial conditions, and fear of high medical costs, I have been too afraid to go to the hospital for treatment. I have also avoided dating. But now it seems to be getting worse, possibly leading to issues like erectile dysfunction. It might be due to psychological factors. I am becoming increasingly depressed, and I also have severe hair loss and loss of pubic hair. My memory has severely declined, and I have completely lost the confidence of a man.Doctor's answer:
In cases of excessive foreskin, surgical treatment can be considered. Excessive foreskin refers to a condition where the foreskin covers the entire glans when the penis is flaccid. If the foreskin not only covers the entire glans but also has a narrow opening and cannot be retracted, this condition is called phimosis. While excessive foreskin does not affect urination, it can harbor dirt and debris, especially as the foreskin secretes a foul-smelling white discharge known as smegma. Prolonged irritation of the glans, particularly the corona region, by smegma can easily lead to balanitis and penile inflammation. Upward bacterial infection from the foreskin cavity can also cause cystitis, pyelonephritis, and prostatitis.