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Written by Paul B. at 02 Apr 2001 14:17:03: Re: Frenulum? correct answer?
As an answer to: Re: Frenulum? correct answer written by Robin at 29 Mar 2001 19:00:39:
> Hello Guzo - Paul B.
Hello Robin-the-other.
> in all my experience on this I have never heard of a frenulum
> stretching, ... the frenulum cannot be stretched like some forms of
> phimotic ring.On what basis? What would make it different to all the other skin in
the body, and the foreskin in particular?> what can happen is that as a result of stretching the frenulum may
> ripMale version of the hymen, yes. If you exceed its breaking strain.
But persistent stretching should be just as effective as anywhere
else, just somewhat slow and a bit more labour-intensive than foreskin
restoration as it is difficult to get a grip upon.> if young children with flexible skin stretched their frenulum it
> might elongate - however I would certainly be against any such
> experiments.Why? Surely the end justifies the means?
> I suspect that in some forms, a stretching and possibly natural rip
> may be facilitated by betamethasone.Some confusion here. Stretching is stretching, ripping is unnecessary
(albeit as per the "male hymen" observation, an option I suppose).> MAIN POINT
> A frenulum which restricts free retraction of the foreskin cannot be
> left unattended, ignored, pretending there is nothing to worry
> about. My advice ...Certainly seems to be a hobby-horse here. ;-)