[ ARC forum 2 ]
Written by AJ at 21 Aug 2003 19:32:12: Alternatives...
As an answer to: Alternatives to surgery ? (if any) written by ant at 21 Aug 2003 18:31:44:
>I have been to a specialist (NHS) who said the only option was circumcision, which I do not want.
Try for a second opinion.
>I mentioned steriod cream and he said not to bother trying.
Did he say why you shouldn't bother?
>Surely trying cream first is better than cutting the skin off without trying !
>I have read that 80-90% of cases of tight foreskin can be treated with cream and stretching but so many sites say so many things.There was a recent study that suggested this. However, as with most "studies", some have different results.
>Please can someone recommend a cream to try using before I have to go under the knife !
Steroid creams are generally not available over counter, I believe. You have to get the presecribed by your doctor.
>Also can someone tell me the difference between BXO and the white skin at the top of the penis ?
If you haven't done so already, then I'd suggest you try the site that hosts this forum. It has in depth sections on phimosis and other foreskin conditions.
>Can BXO be treated with creams ?
Here's a link to some information on bxo and treatments that you might find useful.