my foreskin will not retract. When I
attempt to pull it back over the glans (by
means of holding my penis and pulling down
on the skin) it will not stretch over and
can be painful. (even when flaccid)
I only remember one occasion that I did
retract my foreskin, and it really hurt,
hence I immediately push the foreskin back
over.
I do not want a circumcision, but are
there any other ways I can get my foreskin
to retract?
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Sexual Health - Men Answer A2311 Posted: 02-12-07 05:40am
According to the description that you
“foreskin can’t retract or can, but
very painfully”, you could be
experiencing fimosis. During fimosis, the
opening of the praeputium (foreskin) is
too small for the penis’s head to pass
trough it. Fimosis can create a lot of
problems during sex. Fimosis can be
treated only surgically. You can consult a
urologist for a diagnosis and treatment
options.
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