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Helllo, i was circumcised two years ago, and have noticed that skin seems to be growing back_i had phimosis_also penis seems to be shrinking_need advice?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Are you gaining: weight? That can swallow up the penis and make it appear shorter and may change the way the skin meets the glans. Please see a urologist or family doc for opinion. Peace and good health.

Answered 5/18/2014

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A member asked:

Helllo, i was circumcised two years ago, and have noticed that skin seems to be growing back_i had phimosis_also penis seems to be shrinking_need advice?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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