Phimosis
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Conditions Treated
- Ambiguous Genitalia
- Bladder Exstrophy and Epispadias
- Cloacal Exstrophy
- Buried Penis and Chordee
- Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
- Hydronephrosis
- Hypospadias
- Inguinal Hernia and Hydrocele
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Newborn Circumcision
- Penile Adhesions
- Phimosis
- Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections
- Renal Stones (Kidney Stones)
- Spina Bifida
- Testicular Torsion
- Urinary Incontinence
- Undescended Testicle (Cryptorchidism)
- UPJ (Ureteropelvic Junction) Obstruction
- Varicocele
- Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUD)
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- Contacts and Locations
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Phimosis is when the top of the foreskin of the penis becomes progressively tighter and cannot be retracted over the head of the penis.
It occurs primarily in uncircumcised boys, but can occur in some boys that are circumcised as well. In some cases, it is related to repeated irritation of the penis and foreskin.
Many times, phimosis can be treated with a prescription strength steroid cream which allows the skin to soften over time. Phimosis can also be treated with circumcision or other similar procedures offered by your pediatric urologist.
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If your child has been diagnosed, you probably have lots of questions. We can help. If you would like to schedule an appointment, refer a patient or speak to our staff, please call our offices.