my 11 year old son's foreskin doesn't pull back at all it's almost completely covering the head is this something that needs surgery or are there other options we can try first

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Answered 14/08/2025

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I'm dealing with tight foreskin where I can pull it back normally when soft, but during an erection it's really painful and tight around the head almost like a burning sensation. I'm not sure if my frenulum is tight too. Is there any way to fix this without surgery?

It sounds like you may have phimosis, a condition where the foreskin is too tight to retract fully and comfortably. This can cause pain and discomfort during erections, potentially from a tight frenulum as well. Non-surgical treatments can help, including topical steroid creams and gentle stretching exercises

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If it is not a regular thing you can ignore it,maintain healthy lifestyle thats enough

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