Phimosis
noun
Phimosis is a medical condition in which the foreskin of the penis cannot be easily retracted over the glans.
He was diagnosed with phimosis at a young age.
Usage tips
Formal
penile health, medical condition, surgical intervention
noun
Phimosis is a medical condition in which the foreskin of the penis cannot be easily retracted over the glans.
He was diagnosed with phimosis at a young age.
Usage tips
Formal
penile health, medical condition, surgical intervention
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
Understanding the medical aspect of phimosis is important for discussing surgical options.
In cases of severe phimosis, a physician may recommend circumcision.
Pro Tip 2/3Child Development
Phimosis is normal in infants and often resolves naturally.
Parents should be informed about phimosis as most cases do not require treatment.
Pro Tip 3/3Health Awareness
Recognizing symptoms early can help avoid complications.
Awareness of phimosis contributes to better genital health conversation among boys.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
Understanding the medical aspect of phimosis is important for discussing surgical options.
In cases of severe phimosis, a physician may recommend circumcision.
Pro Tip 2/3Child Development
Phimosis is normal in infants and often resolves naturally.
Parents should be informed about phimosis as most cases do not require treatment.
Pro Tip 3/3Health Awareness
Recognizing symptoms early can help avoid complications.
Awareness of phimosis contributes to better genital health conversation among boys.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
Understanding the medical aspect of phimosis is important for discussing surgical options.
In cases of severe phimosis, a physician may recommend circumcision.
Pro Tip 2/3Child Development
Phimosis is normal in infants and often resolves naturally.
Parents should be informed about phimosis as most cases do not require treatment.
Pro Tip 3/3Health Awareness
Recognizing symptoms early can help avoid complications.
Awareness of phimosis contributes to better genital health conversation among boys.
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