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I am 24 years old and my foreskin won't fully retract when it's erect. the opening of the foreskin is too small. is there a health risk?

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Phimosis: What you're describing is phimosis. I would recommend you be examined by a urologist. You may need circumcision.

Dr Husar agreed

Answered 3/22/2014

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