Paraphimosis
Paraphimosis occurs when a retracted foreskin gets trapped behind the glans and cannot be pulled forward again. This can cause painful swelling and, if treatment is delayed, may reduce blood flow to the tip of the penis.
At Urocare Urology Superspeciality Clinic, Dr. Srikanth provides prompt evaluation and treatment for Paraphimosis. The aim is to relieve the constriction safely, reduce swelling, protect tissue health, and prevent recurrence when an underlying tight foreskin is present.
Key Concerns in Paraphimosis
- A retracted foreskin can become trapped behind the glans and form a tight constricting band.
- Swelling and pain often worsen quickly, making reduction more difficult if treatment is delayed.
- Difficulty passing urine, marked tenderness, or color change needs urgent assessment.
- It may happen after catheterization, examination, sexual activity, or forceful retraction when the foreskin is not returned forward.
- Prompt treatment is important to relieve pressure and prevent damage to the glans.
Treatment planning is guided by the severity of swelling, duration of symptoms, urine flow, tissue viability, and whether immediate reduction or a minor procedure is required.
Evaluation and Treatment for Paraphimosis
- Evaluation is urgent and focuses on swelling, degree of constriction, pain, urine flow, and signs that blood supply may be under pressure.
- Initial treatment may involve pain relief, edema reduction, lubrication, and manual reduction of the foreskin back over the glans.
- If manual reduction is not possible, a small procedure such as dorsal slit or circumcision may be needed to relieve the tight ring safely.
- After urgent management, definitive foreskin surgery may be discussed when there is persistent phimosis or risk of recurrence.
- Follow-up confirms healing, easier foreskin movement, and guidance to avoid repeat episodes.
Why Choose Dr. Srikanth for Paraphimosis?
- Rapid assessment for a condition that can become a urological emergency.
- Clear explanation of urgent versus definitive treatment and expected recovery.
- Focus on pain relief, safe reduction, and protection of tissue health.
- Follow-up planning to prevent recurrence when underlying phimosis is present.
Get in Touch
If you would like a consultation for Paraphimosis, urgent specialist review is important because delayed treatment can worsen swelling and put the glans at risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Paraphimosis means the foreskin has been pulled back behind the glans and gets stuck there, causing a tight ring, swelling, and pain.
The trapped foreskin can act like a constricting band. As swelling increases, blood flow may be affected and reduction becomes more difficult, so early treatment is important.
Treatment usually starts with pain control, reducing swelling, and manually bringing the foreskin forward. If that fails, a small procedure may be needed.
Not always immediately, but circumcision or another foreskin procedure may be advised later when an underlying tight foreskin makes recurrence likely.
You should seek urgent care as soon as the foreskin becomes stuck behind the glans, especially if there is swelling, severe pain, difficulty passing urine, or change in color of the glans.
