- male
- 30 Years
- 20/02/2025
I've been experiencing some discomfort with my foreskin lately. It's gotten really dry at the tip and it's even starting to crack, which is quite painful. I've also noticed some white patches around there. Should I be worried about this, and what can I do to treat it?
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Consult a Urologist
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I've been having some trouble with my foreskin since I can't pull it back when my penis is erect, and it really hurts when I try. I'm wondering, could this be phimosis or maybe paraphimosis? Also, I'm curious if there's a way to treat this without surgery, or is surgery the way to go? If I do need surgery, is it safe to have it done at my age, and should I be worried about any side effects?
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