Why My Foreskin Of My Penis Does Not Pull Back ?

Posted on Fri, 14 Jan 2022

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Question : Hey, The foreskin of my penis does not pull back when it is erect. It never pulled back and I thought it might get cured later but now I am 23 and worried if it is normal or not what should be done to treat it and if there are any complications.
It pulls back but not compeltely down from the head of the penis.
Thanks

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (12 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Need some more details

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for your query

I would like to know

Does erection causes pain ?
Did you notice the skin being attached to the penile head ?
Has the skin bled anytime ?

Waiting for your response

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (9 hours later)

Does the erection causes pain: No
Skin being attached to penile head: No, it is just connected with Frenulum
Has the skin bled anytime: Never

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (2 days later)

Brief Answer:
Daily stretching

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Sorry for the delay in my response.

You may have to stretch it manually on a daily basis. Over time the foreskin becomes lose and will pose no discomfort.

You can do that by pulling the foreskin back and forth repeatedly.

You can use Lox 2% jelly which can act as a lubricant and also reduces the pain while stretching the skin.

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (7 hours later)

I have tried that lately but skin doesn't pull the head completely.
Should I meet any nearby Urologist and show him the issue?
What do you suggest?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (17 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Do consult

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
It's always better to consult a doctor.

You can try pulling the foreskin by using gel this time

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar