How can I solve phimosis problem at home?

How can I solve phimosis problem at home?

Phimosis stretching

1. Be gentle. Don’t pull the foreskin back too hard, and stop pulling when it starts to hurt.
2. Use a topical steroid cream to help massage and soften the foreskin so that it’s easier to retract.
3. Don’t wait too long to get medical help.

Which doctor is best for phimosis?

Referral to outpatient urology follow-up is required in cases of pathologic phimosis. Not all cases of phimosis require circumcision. The urologist, in consultation with the patient and his family, may try a course of topical steroids or preputioplasty.

How do you treat phimosis without surgery?

In this conservative (non-surgical) treatment approach, a steroid cream is applied to the tip of the foreskin twice a day over a period of four to eight weeks. The steroid cream makes it easier to stretch the skin. After two weeks, the child or his parents can start trying to gradually stretch the foreskin once a day.

Does phimosis need treatment?

In most men, phimosis is not a serious problem and will not require treatment. However, it is not expected to improve on its own. As noted above, paraphimosis is sometimes a medical emergency, and the penis may become permanently damaged if you do not seek immediate medical attention.

What is the main cause of phimosis?

Pathologic, or true, phimosis has several different etiologies. The most common cause is infection, such as posthitis, balanitis, or a combination of the two (balanoposthitis). Diabetes mellitus may predispose to such infections. Adult circumcision is most commonly performed to correct phimosis.

Can foreskin affect urine flow?

A tight foreskin may interfere with the normal passage of urine. In severe cases, this can prevent the person from emptying their bladder fully. Phimosis can lead to inflammation of the penis, called balanitis, or inflammation of both the glans and the foreskin, called balanoposthitis.

How do you fix tight foreskin?

Treatment options

1. Exercises. As both a treatment and preventive measure, gently pull back and move the foreskin.
2. Over-the-counter (OTC) medication. OTC corticosteroid creams and ointments such as hydrocortisone can be effective for many skin conditions that cause or worsen phimosis.
3. Prescription medication.
4. Surgery.

Can coconut oil help tight foreskin?

Coconut oil offers a natural way to reduce skin dryness all over the body, including the penis. People can also use it as a massage oil or natural lubricant.

What steroid cream is used for phimosis?

First-line treatment recommendation for pathologic phimosis Alternative option is betamethasone dipropionate 0.05% or 0.1%. To apply the cream, gently retract the foreskin to the tightest area. Massage the cream in for 30 seconds using a Q-tip or gloved finger.

How painful is circumcision in adults?

Conclusions: Pain is mild to moderate after circumcision in adults under general anesthesia with an intraoperative penile block. Severe pain is rare and mostly related to complications. Younger patients generally have more discomfort.

What age is best for circumcision?

Most religious traditions recommend an early circumcision. From our experience, we have seen the Plastibell method work best when a child is circumcised between the ages of one and three months old. This is the age that has been most comfortable for mother and child both during the operation and in the recovery period.

Why circumcision is a bad idea?

Like all surgeries, circumcision has risks. Major problems, such as scarring of the penis, are rare. Minor risks include bleeding and infection. Some parents choose circumcision based on religious or cultural reasons.

Who is better in bed circumcised or uncircumcised?

An intact foreskin is more difficult to keep clean. It can also be more prone to infection. Some partners feel more comfortable having sex with a circumcised man because they feel their risk of infection is lower. Being more relaxed on this issue can make sex more enjoyable.