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Penis foreskin tightness
I facing a problem with the foreskin of my penis. It has become tight around the head and the skin cannot be rolled down when erect. It has become painfully tight when trying to pull it down or roll up.
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• This sounds suggestive of tightening of the foreskin, likely due to inflammation/scarring of the foreskin area
• Pain while retracting and inability to pull the skin back during erection should not be ignored, especially if symptoms are progressing
• Sometimes repeated irritation, infections, or chronic inflammation can contribute to this problem
Next Steps
• A consultation with a dermatologist or urologist is advisable for proper examination and assessment of the severity
• Avoid forcefully pulling the foreskin back, as this can cause small tears and worsen tightening
• Maintain gentle hygiene with lukewarm water and keep the area dry after washing
Helpful Tips / Words of Caution
• Do not use OTC steroid-antifungal combination creams without proper diagnosis
• Avoid harsh soaps, antiseptics, or vigorous cleaning of the area
• Seek urgent medical attention if the foreskin gets stuck behind the glans, there is swelling, severe pain, difficulty passing urine, or discoloration
• Early evaluation is better, as long-standing tightening can become more difficult to manage later
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Is there itching too? Any past history of application of any cram?
Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment
Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected area
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Avoid any OTC topicals
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Kindly Book an Appointment Now
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Its fungal infection and can be easily cured
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Consult a dermatologist by booking am appointment.
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It's Yeast infection..it will improve with medicine... for detailed medicine prescription do online consultation with photo
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This may be fungal infection. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment
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Dr. Amandeep
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Khanna
Will improve with medication
Consult online for further management
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Trichologist
7 yrs exp
Lucknow
Could be phimosis
Consult online with photos for proper evaluation and treatment options
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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