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Is phimosis a major problem? Can it be cured without surgery?

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Urologist · Urology

 Phimosis is not a major problem for most men. It can be cured without surgery in many cases, but it may require a specialized foreskin stretching device and/or manual stretching exercises.

Phimosis is a condition where the foreskin is too tight to be pulled back over the head of the penis (glans). This can cause difficulty with hygiene, and in some cases it can lead to inflammation and infection. Phimosis can usually be treated through gradual manual stretching of the foreskin, or with the use of a specially designed foreskin stretching device. In some cases, surgery may be required to completely cure phimosis.

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