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  • 30 Years
  • 14/08/2025

my foreskin doesn't pull back and I'm worried if it's necessary for sex should I see a urologist or sexologist for this and what would the surgery cost roughly

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Dr. Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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  • MBBS
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Phimosis causing sexual concerns should be evaluated by a urologist;cost of circumcision in India is ₹10,000–₹25,000 and is done safely.

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