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Written by RJK at 21 May 2002 17:50:47: Re: Oversensitive Head............Tea Time?
As an answer to: Oversensitive Head............Tea Time? written by Lewis at 21 May 2002 16:45:48:
>Hello everyone,
>Well after reading previous messages on this board I now realize that I may have had phimosis when I was younger, I'm 20 now, but retracting my foreskin is no longer a problem. The problem is touching the glans which is very very sensitive. This problem really reared its head...no pun intended...during sex with my girlfriend, at times the sensation would be unbearable to the point where I would ave to withdraw. In earlier post others were suggesting the use of tannin tea which I am willing to try but I was wondering is there a particular brand and how long, and the duration it should be used. Also if anyone else have any other suggesting for reducing the sensitivity of the glans I would really appreciate the advice.
>Thanks
>Lewis
Lewis, this sensitivity is to be expected when your glans has been kept covered and moist for all your life. Tea probably would work, but before resorting to that you probably can reduce sensitivity to manageable proportions by contriving to keep the foreskin retracted, with the glans exposed to open air, for a period of time long enough to make it easier to touch and put it to good use. It's likely not much exposure time is needed; when it's dried a bit you can touch it from time to time and gauge its condition. (Your girlfriend might be willing to help in this activity.) If the foreskin won't stay 'skinned back' on its own, you should be able to keep it back using adhesive tape.
Your problem doesn't sound like a big one, and a little time spent as described should put an end to all problems. [Of course, if you can get a condom on without too much pain, that should cut sensitivity to some extent.] Keep us posted, and good luck!