WHAT IS PHIMOSIS?

Phimosis is a common foreskin problem in uncircumcised males in which the foreskin of the penis becomes too tight and cannot be pulled over the head (glans) of the penis.

TYPES OF PHIMOSIS

Physiologic Phimosis:

Its congenital or at birth condition Sometimes foreskin is too tight that causing urinary problems or pain.

Pathologic Phimosis: 

In adults, there is the secretion of a fluid called "Smegma" between the glans penis, and foreskin which is normal in all men. Due to poor hygiene, old age or diabetes, there is an infection which is called "Balanitis" (infection of the glans penis) or "Balanoposthitis" (Infection of the glans penis with foreskin) which leads to phimosis.

CAUSES OF PATHOLOGICAL PHIMOSIS

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

DIAGNOSIS

IF UNTREATED OR COMPLICATIONS

TREATMENT

Non-Surgical Management:

Phimosis creams: Topical steroid phimosis ointment. Only provides temporary relief.

Phimosis retraction exercises: Boys older than the age of 5 might be recommended some foreskin stretching exercises to try and reduce phimosis. However, these exercises should not cause pain and should not be done forcefully. 

SURGICAL MANAGEMENT: CIRCUMCISION

CONVENTIONAL/TRADITIONAL CIRCUMCISION

A surgical knife or surgical Scissor is used as the cutting tool to perform circumcision. The chances of bleeding and complications are relatively higher and the outcome is relatively inferior, compared to other less-invasive methods of circumcision. It gives stitches so the recovery time is relatively longer and also demands more postoperative care.

LASER CIRCUMCISION-

The surgeon uses a laser device to cut the skin. The laser energy emitted by the laser device precisely cuts the foreskin and causes minimal trauma or damage to the nearby tissues. There is less bleeding during the surgery and the patient is likely to have less pain post-surgery. It also gives stitches so recovery time is almost the same as the traditional method.

STAPLER OR ZSR CIRCUMCISION-

A stapler device is used to cut and hold back the foreskin. After the procedure, the stapler device leaves behind a silicon ring that falls off on its own within 10-12 days. There are different sizes of staplers available depending on penis size. No bleeding or pain during or after surgery. Most importantly, it gives the best cosmetic scar after healing.

PREVENTION OF PHIMOSIS

Good hygiene of the penis can lower the chances of phimosis or other related conditions.

Undergo circumcision: Men suffering from chronic or severe phimosis/ paraphimosis or other foreskin issues can find permanent relief Pubic hair should be removed to prevent bacterial/fungal infections that can lead to phimosis.

RECOVERY AFTER CIRCUMCISION

Your circumcision surgery will be completed in less than 30 minutes and you will be discharged from the hospital after a few hours, you will not have any pain or discomfort after your circumcision surgery. Your surgeon will also prescribe you antibiotics and other medications to prevent infections and discomfort. It is advised to complete the full course of your medications prescribed and follow the surgeon's instructions for a smooth recovery.

FACTS AND STATISTICS AROUND PHIMOSIS

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO CHOOSE THE BEST SURGEONS FOR CIRCUMCISION?

Circumcision is a relatively minor and complication-free procedure. But it is still very important to choose the best surgeons to undergo circumcision surgery. You should choose an expert surgeon who specializes in performing advanced circumcision procedures such as a stapler or laser circumcision

THE BENEFITS OF ADVANCED STAPLE CIRCUMCISION ARE:

INSURANCE COVERAGE & NO COST EMI

Insurance Coverage:

Most health insurance providers cover the cost of appendix removal surgery. We accept all health Insurance.

No cost EMI:

Is a very fast and easy procedure and approval comes within an hour most of the time. Most importantly, hospitals bear all the charges of EMI procedures. Patients will only pay the amount suggested by the hospital in easy EMI.