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Cracked and sore foreskin. how do i treat these symptoms?

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

If uncomfortable: Your foreskin is probably too tight when retracted to the extent that it cracks. A tight foreskin is called phimosis and in adults is best managed surgically. A phimotic foreskin can certainly tear if retracted with force. Prescription strength steroid cream can be tried if you want to avoid surgery.

Answered 4/8/2021

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