Does a boy with long foreskin covering the penis need surgery?
Disease description:
Patients with long foreskin often experience irritation of the glans and foreskin due to smegma accumulation. I would like to know whether males with excessive foreskin length require surgery.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Feng
In males, if the foreskin of the penis is excessively long, it is recommended to visit a hospital to determine whether surgery is necessary. If the condition is simply an elongated foreskin that does not interfere with daily life and has not caused any inflammation or infections, surgery is generally not required. However, if there is frequent accumulation of significant discharge under the foreskin leading to various health issues, surgical intervention is advisable. After surgery, in addition to maintaining good personal hygiene, it is important to follow a light and清淡 diet.
