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Re: Band of scaring and phimosis

Written by AJ at 11 Sep 2003 00:41:42:

As an answer to: Band of scaring and phimosis written by Euge at 10 Sep 2003 23:50:01:

>The problem is now that i have two bands of scaring left on the foreskin only one of this is notisable althougt, both cause restriction. (these are approx 10mm , 1/3" down from the start of the foreskin)
>From not being able to pull the foreskin back over the glans after several months i can now do this, although, it is still fairly tight.
>i have not done any purposeful stretching so far but am going to start.
>has any one any advise on what might work for this type of phomosis?
>should i use steroid creams like betamethasone as well as stretching?

Stretching on its own may help, but using steroid creams greatly increases the chances of success. However, from what I have read, scarring does not stretch all that well. Still, if you don't give it a go, you'll never know.

>and who would perscribe these?

Your GP/Doctor should be able to prescribe it.

>I am worried that even if i get the foreskin to loosen sufficently
>the band of scaring is very noticable when erect what can be done about this and what sort of doctor would i go and see.

How are you worried? Because of the functioning aspects or the fact that it might not look so good? If it is just cosmetic appearances, I wouldn't be so inclined to worry. The penis isn't exactly the best looking accessory on a man's body. If it's functionality then you are making steps towards resolving that. If stretching does not work in your case, there are several surgical solutions which could be of benefit in regards to functionality.

All the best.


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