If your foreskin does not pull back — or only pulls back with difficulty, discomfort, or pain — you most likely have phimosis. It is one of the most common reasons men come to see me. Many have spent years working around the problem instead of getting help.
Phimosis is not something you just have to live with. But it does not always need surgery either. This page explains what is happening, how serious it is, what options are available, and how to decide what is right for you.
What you need to know
Key Points at a Glance
Phimosis is common
Around 1% of adult men have some degree of phimosis. Many have lived with it since childhood without realising treatment exists.
