What are the dangers of excessive foreskin in children?

Phimosis is a common disease among underage males, many of whom are children. Many parents will ask doctors what are the dangers of having a child with a foreskin that is too long? Will it affect their normal life? Andrology experts clearly stated that there are quite a lot of dangers of having a foreskin that is too long, such as sexual dysfunction, ejaculation problems, prostatitis, and even infertility. Let’s take a closer look at the dangers of excessive foreskin!

1. Foreskin inflammation

If a child has a long foreskin, foreskin inflammation is a common symptom, especially in children aged 4 to 7 years old, who are more likely to suffer from foreskin inflammation. The main reason is that the foreskin and glans begin to separate at this stage, giving bacteria the opportunity to enter. At this stage, the foreskin will show symptoms of redness, swelling and pain. If urine remains in the foreskin, it may also cause diseases such as eczema.

2. Leading to narrow opening

This is also the harm that excessive foreskin brings to children. The narrow opening may be congenital or caused by foreskin inflammation. If this is the case, the child will have symptoms such as small urine and intermittent urination. If not treated promptly, the condition can become more serious and may cause infection and possible kidney damage.

3. Smegma appears

Smegma is composed of oil secreted by the foreskin and epithelial cells, and can serve as a lubricant between the foreskin and the glans penis. However, if the smegma cannot be removed in time due to the foreskin being too long, inflammation may easily occur, which may cause urinary tract infection.

Parents also know the three main dangers of having too long foreskin in children. I hope everyone can take their children to do circumcision surgery as soon as possible to eliminate this hidden danger as soon as possible, so that the above-mentioned dangers will naturally not occur. In addition, surgeries must be performed in some Grade A hospitals. You must not go to some small clinics because their safety cannot be guaranteed.