Treatment of Paraphimosis in Adults and Children

by Alex Shteynshlyuger MD


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What is Paraphimosis?

Paraphimosis refers to the foreskin over the penis that has been pulled back and cannot be pulled into its normal position because of swelling.  Paraphimosis can be a dangerous condition.  It can cause pain penile swelling and even penile gangrene.  Paraphimosis requires emergent treatment.  

The most common treatment options for paraphimosis include an attempt to reduce paraphimosis, dorsal slit procedure or circumcision.

What are the Symptoms of Paraphimosis?

 Symptoms of paraphimosis include:

  • inability to pull the foreskin forward over the penis
  • swelling of the foreskin
  • pain in the foreskin / penis
  • discoloration of foreskin

What are the Risks of Paraphimosis?

Paraphimosis can lead to severe scarring of the foreskin which may necessitate circumcision to fix it. Paraphimosis can also lead to severe strangulation of the penis and penile necrosis (death of the penis).

Untreated paraphimosis can also lead to infection.

Paraphimosis is an emergency and urgent treatment is necessary to prevent complications.

Treatment of Paraphimosis

The most effective treatment for persistent or long-standing paraphimosis is circumcision. Other options for the treatment of paraphimosis include an attempt to reduce paraphimosis and dorsal slit procedure. At New York Urology Specialists we offer a choice of in-office circumcision or circumcision in an outpatient surgical center or a hospital.

Paraphimosis may lead to phimosis as prolonged paraphimosis may lead to scar formation and ‘phimosis scar band”.  In this situation, circumcision offers the best long-term treatment option for paraphimosis induced phimosis.  We offer same-day circumcision and same-day paraphimosis reduction procedures.

What Does Paraphimosis Look Like?

Below are illustrations showing paraphimosis of the foreskin of the penis. As you can see the foreskin is swollen just beyond a very tight area and cannot be pulled back or retracted back over the glans of the penis.

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What You Need to Know:

Where to Get Adult Circumcision in NYC?

At New York Urology Specialists, we offer same-day circumcision treatment for men

Call/text today: 1-646-663-5545 or make an appointment online.  

We perform cosmetic circumcision, circumcision revision, penile frenuloplasty, and offer treatment for phimosis, balanitis, penile irritation, and redness. We treat sexual and erection problems and offer comprehensive STD testing for infections. We offer confidential appointments. Our paraphimosis treatment prices are affordable with or without insurance. 

Read Real Stories of men who underwent circumcision at New York Urology Specialists.

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Why Choose New York Urology Specialists for Circumcision and Treatment of Penile Problems?

  • All treatment is performed by a board-certified urologist experienced in cosmetic circumcision, circumcision revision, and penile frenuloplasty. We treat men with phimosis, balanitis, BXO, penile skin bridges, and other penile problems such as symptoms of pain, irritation, and cuts on the penis, foreskin problems, and genital warts.
  • We are one of the few practices in the region to offer a full range of options for the treatment of sexual and erection problems in men.
  • We offer diagnostic testing in our office which avoids hospital costs.
  • Extensive Experience: Thousands of men have treated successfully using medical therapy, surgery including circumcision, circumcision revision, penile frenuloplasty, ShangRing Circumcision, as well as complex penile surgery including penile plication for Peyronie’s disease, and penile implant surgery for ED.

What do Penile Problems Look Like?

You can find pictures of circumcision as well as before and after treatment images in our image gallery.

Scheduling Appointments for Circumcision at New York Urology Specialists


If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-5545.

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Circumcision With Fast Recovery at New York Urology Specialists

Excellence-Urology_Care-banner2At New York Urology Specialists, our urologists are specially trained in the evaluation and treatment of sexual problems in men.  We understand the challenges that penile problems such as pain in the penis, cuts on the foreskin, irritation, and curvature create for our patients, their relationships, and their self-esteem.  We help you find a treatment for penile problems including appearance concerns, foreskin problems, premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction that fit your needs, lifestyle, and your preferences.

Urologists are doctors specializing in the treatment of men with sexual problems that include penis problems, scrotal problems, and erectile dysfunction. By the virtue of our experience and skill, we are able to offer an effective treatment option for nearly every man who desires an effective treatment for any problem that affects the penis.  We offer medical and surgical treatment for men’s sexual problems.

We Treat Some of the Most Complex Penis and Foreskin Problems Including:

Schedule an Appointment with Dr. Shteynshlyuger:

Call/text today: 1-646-663-5211 or make an appointment online

Dr. Alex Shteynshlyuger is a fellowship-trained board-certified urologist with expertise in the evaluation and treatment of sexual and erection problems in men using modern effective and proven treatment methods.  We offer circumcision, circumcision revision, penile frenuloplasty, penoscrotal web repair, testicular implants, inflatable penile implant, shockwave therapy for ED, and treatment for Peyronie’s disease.

He is highly recommended by top primary care physicians in the New York area. If you or someone you know has been experiencing urological symptoms, make an appointment to take advantage of Dr. Shteynshlyuger’s expert advice. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.


If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-5545.

We have excellent reviews from patients and their partners.  Information for out-of-state and international patients. Find out our office hours or directions to our office.

We offer affordable prices with or without insurance.

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