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A member asked:

Does the cream for tight foreskin work at my age which is 17 and how long does it take to work! and will it actually work at my age!?

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Dr. Philip Chao answered

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Not sure it will: If creams all worked for phimosis there would be no surgery. I would consult a urologist.

Answered 10/3/2016

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steroids may work: Betamathasone cream three timed a day for one month under a urologist supervision, may loosen the tight foreskin , it can be extended for 2 more months , but again you should see a urologist.

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Answered 11/29/2013

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