Some men may have the problem of foreskin being too long, but foreskin is actually something that all men have. To determine whether it is too long, it mainly depends on whether the glans is completely covered by the foreskin or can be exposed normally during normal erection. Not all foreskins require surgical removal, it mainly depends on the impact on male health. So, what happens if you don't cut the phimosis?
1. Inflammation occurs
Male foreskin that is too long can produce more folds and accumulate more dirt inside, making it difficult to clean and easily overlooked. Over time, a lot of smegma will form inside the foreskin, and it is easy to breed bacteria, which may lead to penile inflammation and balanitis, causing adhesion and infection between the foreskin and penis, as well as producing unpleasant odors.
2. Affects urination
Especially severe phimosis may result in only a small part of the male urethra being exposed, making urination difficult. Excessive urine can cause the foreskin to bulge, affecting the timely discharge of urine and even leading to complications such as renal dysfunction, hydronephrosis, and ureteral dilation.
3. Affects fertility
Long foreskin in males may lead to erectile dysfunction and poor sexual function, affecting ejaculation and sexual intercourse, and may even affect fertility. In addition, long-term foreskin overgrowth can lead to recurrent inflammation of the glans penis, which can also cause cancer and serious diseases such as penile cancer.
