A short frenulum of the penis (phimosis) is a condition when the skin is too tightly wrapped around the head, which causes discomfort and pain during erection and urination. It is treated surgically, with the help of cutting (circumcision). The decision on the operation is made by the urologist-andrologist after examination.
Urologists of the K+31 multidisciplinary clinic have been working with this problem for many years. Innovative treatment methods are applied, such as sutureless circumcision. Diagnostics and therapy are carried out using high-tech methods, taking into account international protocols. This allows diagnosing urological diseases and selecting treatment regimens taking into account the patient's situation.
What is a bridle in men
The frenulum (frenulum) of the penis is a small fold of skin that is located on the underside of the head and connects it to the inside of the skin (prelamina). It is an important anatomical structure of the male penis that holds the skin in place during an erection and helps prevent it from contracting too much during intercourse. Normally, it is quite long and elastic, due to which the foreskin moves freely, exposes the head and returns back.
If the frenulum is too short or tight, it causes urinary or erection problems and needs to be treated.
Causes of short frenulum in men
A short wrinkle on the underside of the head of the penis, also known as phimosis, can occur due to the following reasons:
- Genetic factors - some men are born with this problem.
- Injuries in the genital area - scars are formed that shorten the length.
- Infections - balanitis and postitis cause cicatricial contraction of the skin fold on the underside of the head.
It is known that 20-30% of men have a congenital anomaly. If you are concerned about pain or discomfort, contact a urologist-andrologist at the K+31 clinic. The doctor will listen to complaints, conduct an examination and tell you if there are problems. In some cases, surgery may be required.
Symptoms and signs
The problem with the fold of skin on the underside of the head of the penis manifests itself in different symptoms and signs, depending on how much it is reduced. Some of the common signs and symptoms include:
- Pain or discomfort during intercourse: If the frenulum of the penis is so contracted that it does not allow the edge of the skin on the head of the penis to fully roll back, this causes pain or discomfort during an erection or during intercourse.
- The inability to completely push the edge of the skin on the head of the organ makes it difficult to maintain hygiene of the genital organs and increases the risk of developing infections. It also negatively affects the quality of sexual life.
- Tearing: if the crease on the underside of the glans is short, it is stretched and there is a risk of tearing during intercourse.
- Sharp pains during erection occur due to the fact that the longitudinal fold of skin on the underside of the head cannot be stretched along with the skin of the male genital organ. It hurts and causes discomfort.
- Impaired urination - in some cases, a short fold on the underside of the head leads to impaired urination in men. This is due to the narrowing of the opening of the urethra.
- Irritation and itching - appear in the genital area due to insufficient hygiene and insufficient air circulation.
Do not endure pain and discomfort. If there are similar symptoms, you need to see a doctor for professional advice and therapy.
