India
A 27-year-old female asked about a 29-year-old male:
My b.f has got his foreskin attached to his penis head. can condom help to go for intercourse. is circumcision only the option? its painful
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Bernard Straussanswered
Urology 57 years experience
No: Condom no value.
Circumcision only answer
post-op pain very manageable.
4.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 46 years experience
No/maybe: A condom is unlikely to help, since the traction/stretch caused by the erect penis triggers pain. He should visit with a urologist who can evaluate the specific attachment. A circumcision would be a possible solution but there may be a more limited procedure that would sole the problem.
543 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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