Why is my foreskin not straight?

What is phimosis? Phimosis is a condition in which the foreskin can’t be retracted (pulled back) from around the tip of the penis. A tight foreskin is common in baby boys who aren’t circumcised, but it usually stops being a problem by the age of 3. Phimosis can occur naturally or be the result of scarring.

Why does my penis balloon when I pee?

One of the most common phimosis symptoms is the bulging or ballooning of the foreskin during urination. This happens because urine builds up inside the foreskin as it makes its way out. It can sometimes happen even if the foreskin is normal, especially in younger boys whose foreskin has not fully retracted yet.

Why is my foreskin tight and cracked?

Cracks in the foreskin may be due to drying soaps, body washes and other factors. Clothing: Tight clothes and underwear can cause chafing and rubbing around the genital area, resulting in dryness.

Does foreskin get looser?

The foreskin usually becomes more pliable over the next few years, with phimosis completely resolving by age 7. If a boy is circumcised, then phimosis isn’t possible. The other category is pathologic phimosis. This means that phimosis is due to an infection, inflammation, or scarring from an underling condition.

Why I cant pull back my foreskin at 18?

If you can’t pull the foreskin back over the widest part of your penis you could have a condition called phimosis. It’s a common complaint for men where the foreskin is excessively long, or if the skin has been torn and healing has led to the foreskin contracting.

Is Vaseline good for cracked foreskin?

The attempt to retract the foreskin has probably caused a small cut or tear. Raw surfaces are painful. Cover the raw area with a layer of antibiotic ointment (such as Polysporin). If you don’t have one, use petroleum jelly (such as Vaseline).

At what age should I be able to pull back my foreskin?

Most uncircumcised baby boys have a foreskin that will not pull back (retract) because it’s still attached to the glans. This is perfectly normal for about the first 2 to 6 years. By around the age of 2, the foreskin should start to separate naturally from the glans.