Which department should I visit for phimosis?
Apr 22, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Mingchuan
Introduction
Phimosis can generally be treated at a urology or andrology department. The foreskin is a double-layered, movable, circular fold of skin at the front of the penis that covers the glans. Both urology and andrology departments are equipped to treat conditions such as redundant foreskin, phimosis, or penile deformities. Therefore, if the local hospital has a dedicated urology or andrology clinic, patients can register and seek treatment at these outpatient departments.
The foreskin can generally be evaluated at a urology or male health (andrology) clinic, depending on the specific outpatient services available at the local hospital. The details are as follows:
In clinical practice, the foreskin refers to the double-layered, loose, circular fold of skin at the front of the penis that covers the glans. If the foreskin completely envelops the glans, it is termed phimosis. If the foreskin can be retracted but does not fully expose the glans, it is referred to as redundant foreskin (or long foreskin). Both urology and male health clinics are equipped to treat conditions such as redundant foreskin, phimosis, or penile deformities. Therefore, if the local hospital has dedicated urology or male health outpatient departments, patients should register and visit these clinics.
Once foreskin-related issues arise, patients are advised to actively seek proper medical treatment under professional guidance to alleviate symptoms and prevent negative impacts on quality of life.
