When most people hear about circumcision, they first think of young children, but adult men may also need to undergo circumcision surgery. What exactly is the situation? Let’s hear from Director Ye Daoyin of the JingShun Urology Department.
For most men, the phenomenon of phimosis will automatically disappear around the age of eighteen as long as they develop well, but there are also some individuals in adulthood whose penile glans is still covered by the foreskin. If phimosis is not promptly treated, the glans will be tightly locked by the foreskin for a long time, leading to poor penile development after puberty and may also affect sexual life.
What does phimosis bring us?
1. Entrapped Phimosis: When phimosis turns over the corona sulcus, the constricted foreskin forms an entrapped ring at the corona sulcus, causing entrapped phimosis, resulting in congestion, swelling, infection, or necrosis of the foreskin.
2. Impact on Urinary Flow: This is due to a small foreskin opening or adhesion between the foreskin and glans. Excessive foreskin can lead to phimosis due to inflammation causing adhesion, while a small foreskin opening can affect urinary flow. Excessive foreskin does not necessarily mean phimosis, but phimosis can have excessive foreskin, and the condition of phimosis is more serious than excessive foreskin.
3. Possible Infection: Sediments in urine and smegma accumulated in the foreskin can become a breeding ground for bacteria or lead to infection and inflammation due to irritation, possibly causing foreskin adhesions, and in severe cases, infertility.
4. Susceptibility to STDs: Due to the constant humidity in the foreskin due to excessive length or phimosis, one may be susceptible to sexually transmitted diseases such as genital warts, gonorrhea, and as thorough cleaning is not possible locally, this may also lead to the partner developing related gynecological issues.
In addition to the medical necessity, circumcision surgery also has a certain degree of influence on the psychological state and living conditions of men. Many adult men may encounter inconvenience or embarrassment in life due to phimosis or excessive foreskin, which may even have negative effects on self-confidence and sexual life. Some men may develop feelings of inferiority in intimate relationships due to foreskin-related issues, which may then affect mental health.
Circumcision surgery can help men rebuild confidence and improve their quality of life. Men after surgery usually notice optimized appearance and function of their genital organs, which not only benefits self-image but also enhances intimate relationships with partners. Furthermore, this surgery can also prevent some potential health issues, such as urethral infections, balanitis, etc. If such problems are not resolved in the long term, they may lead to more serious health issues.
Therefore, when adult men decide whether to undergo circumcision surgery, they should fully consider their actual situation, weigh the pros and cons of the surgery, and consult with Director Ye Daoyin for advice and discussion. Having a clear understanding of the surgery process, risks, and postoperative care requirements can assist men in making more rational decisions.
