- male
- 25 Years
- 14/08/2025
my foreskin is really tight and causing a lot of pain, what should I do? do I need to see a specialist for this or are there any precautions I can take first? is surgery the only option or are there other treatments?
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For tight foreskin and pain, consult a urologist for an evaluation. You may not need surgery right away; steroid creams or gentle stretching exercises can sometimes resolve the issue. If surgery is needed, a circumcision could be done.
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Consult a Urologist
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