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Foreskin constriction

A narrowing of the foreskin is technically known as phimosis. If the foreskin cannot be pulled back over the glans without pain, it should be examined by a medical professional. A narrowing of the foreskin is either congenital or the result of inflammation or injury. In the vast majority of cases, it can be treated with a special cream and only very rarely needs to be treated surgically. In many cases, it simply grows out during puberty and the foreskin can be retracted without any problems.