I've been told by an army doctor that I have phimosis, but when I checked myself, I couldn't find any issues. How can I check for phimosis at home on my own?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Shubham Chauhan

General Practitioner

MBBS
4+ Yrs

Consult Now

It is a condition in which the patient is unable to retract the foreskin.Phimosis is normal does not require treatment. If symptoms like redness ,swelling ,odor and difficulty in urination surgery opinion is advised to the patient.

Dr. Shubham Suggests...

Consult a Urologist

Find a Urologist

Answered 04/07/2025

More Urology Health Queries

View all

What are symptoms of urinary tract infection?

A bladder infection may cause pelvic pain, increased urge to urinate, pain with urination and blood in the urine, sometimes fever and nausea can also be seen.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

I've been dealing with erectile dysfunction since my fissure surgery in 2014 and nothing seems to help tried kegels, diet changes, and lifestyle adjustments but still no improvement. What could be causing this and are there other treatment options I should consider?

COST depends on dr and hospital and city

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

I have a grade 1 varicocele on the left side and I'm not sure what to do about it. Will tablets help or are there other treatment options? If I end up needing surgery, how will it affect me in the long run?

conservative therapy is advised to the patient.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Health Articles for you

View all

General Medical Consultation

Pelvic Pain Overview and Management

Know about the pelvic pain, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and management. Learn about useful tips and when to see the doctor and more.

Frequent Urination

Waking Up to Pee? Your Complete Guide to Managing Nocturia

Know about nocturia, what it is, causes, how to manage nocturia and more.

General Medical Consultation

Understanding Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Know about the pelvic inflammatory disease, its symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment. Learn how it affects your health, along with prevention and management of pelvic inflammation.

Kidney stones

Guide to Does Kidney Stones Pain Occur Frequently Summer

Does your kidney stone pain spike in the summer? You're not alone. Learn why heat and dehydration make you more vulnerable and get essential tips for prevention and relief this season.

Urine Infection

Cloudy Urine: Causes, Symptoms, and What It Says About Your Health

Cloudy urine can signal dehydration, UTIs, or other issues. Learn common causes, symptoms, and when to get care—plus tips to support urine health.

Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.