I've had phimosis since birth and I'm not sure how to treat it. Can you tell me what works better steroid creams or surgery? I live in Bangalore and would like to know the best option for me.

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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6+ Yrs

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Steroid creams work in early phimosis‚Äîif ineffective, surgery is best; consult a dermatologist or urologist in Bangalore.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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