PARAPHIMOSIS

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Paraphimosis is the condition where the foreskin cannot be stretched back to its normal position after the glans has been fully exposed.

Causes

It may result from:

  • Long-term backwards retraction of the foreskin
  • Presence of phimosis

Paraphimosis complications

It forms a constrictive ring around the penis and may result in ischemia and tissue death (necrosis).

Treatment

It constitutes an emergency requiring immediate treatment by an urologist.