I have extra foreskin that completely covers my penis when it's normal. I saw someone with phimosis, but unlike them, I don't have any pain. I can pull the skin back almost 90%, but 10% doesn't stretch easily. I've always used condoms without any issues. Do I need to do anything about this, or is surgery the only option?

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My husband and I recently got married, and he's been experiencing early discharge issues. I'm really concerned and wondering what might be causing this and what steps we can take to address it. Would love some guidance!

refer to gynecologist

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Hey, so I was playing cricket and got hit with a hard tennis ball right on my testicles. It's pretty painful, and now there's a noticeable swelling. I tried applying ice to the area, and it helped a little, but I'm still finding it tough to walk because of the swelling. What should I do next?

-It sounds like you've experienced a traumatic injury to the testicles, which can lead to swelling and pain. Applying ice was a good first step, as it helps reduce swelling. I would advise you to rest and avoid any physical activity that could aggravate t

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my foreskin feels really tight and uncomfortable and i'm thinking about getting circumcision surgery to fix it is this the right option for me or are there other treatments i should try first

In severe cases of paraphimosis, circumcision may be recommended. In very severe cases, a lack of blood flow to the penis can cause tissue death (gangrene) and you may need surgery to remove the penis.

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