Phimosis — the medical term for when you can't retract your foreskin over the head of your penis because it has become too tight — isn't the easiest thing to talk about. And it can have an extremely negative effect on both your life and, perhaps most importantly, your sex life. The good news? A tight foreskin may be painful, but it can often be treated without surgery. Relax and read on Pathologic phimosis, to be specific.

Phimosis is a common and relatively normal condition in babies and young children until around 7 years old. But if phimosis results in swelling , redness , irritation, or trouble peeing from the foreskin squeezing the head of the penis, you may need treatment for the underlying cause. Before you try stretching your foreskin, keep the following in mind:. Repeat these steps two to four times a day until you can fully retract your foreskin without any pain or discomfort. The high water temperature helps loosen the skin and makes it easier to stretch.

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