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Phimosis Treatment: Experienced Specialists in New York City
If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-5747.
We have excellent reviews from patients and their partners. Information for out-of-state and international patients.
We offer affordable prices for treatment by a top urologist with or without insurance.
What You Need to Know about Treatment of Phimosis in Men
What is Phimosis?
Phimosis refers to the narrowing of the foreskin at the tip of the penis that prevents the skin from being pulled back. It affects 8-10 percent of men over their lifetime. The un-retracted prepuce (foreskin) may appear like a tight rubber band or ring around the tip of the penis.
In babies and young children, it is normal for the foreskin to be un-retractable. This is called physiological phimosis. Normally, as boys grow older, the foreskin loosens and can be pulled back for a cleaning.
What Are the Causes of Phimosis?
Congenital phimosis is the most common cause among adult men. Typically, men are born with the condition and have never been able to pull the skin back for cleaning or during sex. Often, when it is lifelong, the condition is severe, and sometimes only the urethral opening is visible.
As men grow older, 5-10 percent of uncircumcised men who previously had no trouble pulling the foreskin back develop inflammation and scarring of the foreskin that leads to phimosis and an inability to pull the foreskin back. When phimosis is severe, the foreskin cannot be pulled back easily with the penis flaccid (not erect). When phimosis is not as severe, the foreskin may be pulled back when the penis is not erect, but the foreskin cannot be pulled back when the penis is erect and during sex.
The most common causes of acquired phimosis are diabetes, obesity, and penile trauma or friction. Balanitis xerotica obliterans (BXO), poor hygiene, and penile cancer can also lead to this condition. Foreskin infection with bacterial and fungal organisms (balanitis and balanoposthitis) often lead to inflammation and scarring of the foreskin, which ends up preventing the foreskin from being retracted.
Where to Get Treatment for Phimosis in NYC?
At New York Urology Specialists, we offer specialized treatment for phimosis for men. Same-day virtual video appointments and in-person appointments are available.
Call/text today: 1-646-663-5747 or make an appointment online.
We treat sexual and erection problems and perform penile surgery. We offer comprehensive STD testing for infections. We treat penile problems in men, including phimosis, balanitis, penile irritation, and penile redness. We perform a no-scalpel vasectomy, vasectomy reversal, cosmetic circumcision, circumcision revision, penile frenuloplasty, penoscrotal web repair, penile cyst removal, penile skin bridge removal. We offer confidential appointments.
Our appointment costs are affordable with or without insurance. Low-cost Viagra (sildenafil) and Cialis (tadalafil) are available to our patients. We offer free insurance verification.
Symptoms of Phimosis
The most common symptom of phimosis is an inability to pull back the foreskin. Many men with this condition have a visible and palpable phimotic ring, which is a circumferential ring of foreskin encircling the penile head. The phimotic ring is typically thickened and feels harder due to the scarring of the area.
There may be swelling and redness in the area of the phimotic ring. Transient ballooning of the foreskin may occur during urination, causing difficulty with urination or infection and warranting treatment. It is important to remember that forceful retraction of the foreskin should not be attempted as this can be painful and may lead to bleeding and scarring.
What does Phimosis of the Foreskin Look Like?
You can find pictures of penile problems, including phimosis, balanitis, penile genital warts, penile injuries, as well as before and after treatment images in our image gallery.
Recurrent Phimosis in Previously Circumcised Men
A small number of men who have previously been circumcised may develop phimosis. This typically occurs in men 40-60 years old who gain a significant amount of weight or develop diabetes. It can also occur in younger or older men. The extra skin that is pushed forward by excessive fat covers the glans of the penis and can scar, causing recurrence of the condition.
Treatment of Phimosis in Children
Is it necessary to treat phimosis?
In babies and very young children, treatment is not necessary as the condition typically resolves spontaneously. In babies and children with recurrent urinary tract infections, circumcision may be curative and prevent recurrent infections.
In older children, corticosteroid creams, such as 0.05% betamethasone or 1% hydrocortisone cream, which are available over-the-counter, in combination with daily gentle manual stretching of the foreskin by the parent, will lead to resolution of phimosis is about 30-50 percent of boys. If steroid cream does not help, then circumcision is a very effective treatment option in children.
Treatment of Phimosis in Adults
In adult men, the condition tends to be associated with a more pronounced phimotic ring and more pronounced scar tissue in the foreskin. As a result, anti-inflammatory corticosteroid creams are not as effective in adult men, in particular in men with severe phimosis and a pronounced phimotic ring. In adult men, often, there is associated balanitis (infection and inflammation of the foreskin).
Can you treat phimosis at home? In young children without symptoms (infection, pain), we can take a wait-and-see approach as the condition may resolve on its own. In older children and adults, the condition does not usually improve without treatment.
Medications
Anti-inflammatory medications (topical creams) that are antibacterial/antifungal are effective if an infection is present. A 1% cortisone cream or 0.05% betamethasone cream in combination with an antifungal cream (clotrimazole) is an effective option for men with newly developed phimosis typically caused by an infection. For men with recurrent inflammation and infection of the foreskin or recurrent phimosis, creams are typically not very effective as the problem will recur after the creams are stopped.
Penile Stretching Devices
Several penile stretching kits are being sold online. These kits may be helpful to some men with very mild phimosis, but typically the benefit does not last, and there is a high frequency of recurrence. Eventually, most men who try penile stretching do not derive sufficient benefit from it and require circumcision.
Circumcision
The definitive treatment for phimosis is circumcision, which is a minor surgical procedure in which the foreskin is partially or completely removed. This is typically the most effective treatment option. The success rate of circumcision in curing phimosis is greater than 98 percent.
Circumcision at New York Urology Specialists
At New York Urology Specialists, our experienced urologists have performed over 500 circumcisions.
Circumcision is performed in our office under local anesthesia in less than an hour. We offer a choice of traditional sleeve circumcision or Shang Ring circumcision. Recovery after circumcision is typically fast, and most men are able to return to usual activities within 1-2 days after the procedure.
Phimosis Present Only with Erect Penis
Some men have a milder form of phimosis, which prevents the foreskin from being pulled back when the penis is erect during sexual intercourse. Often, there is a noticeable phimotic ring that prevents the foreskin from being pulled back.
Some men have a short penile frenulum (frenulum breve), which can cause pain with erections and during sex and can prevent the foreskin from being pulled back. Fairly frequently, phimosis and frenulum breve may coexist and may require circumcision with frenuloplasty to address both problems, which can be performed simultaneously in one setting.
Why Choose New York Urology Specialists for Circumcision?
Our experienced urologists are some of the most experienced surgeons who perform adult circumcision in the US. We offer circumcision at our full-service urology clinic in Manhattan. Call us for an appointment today for phimosis treatment in New York City. Our experienced urologists will guide you on the best treatment options for phimosis. Our board-certified surgeons have expertise in circumcision procedures to ensure a fast recovery.
We offer affordable treatment plans for men with no health insurance, men with high deductibles, and patients visiting New York City for phimosis treatment.
Insurance Coverage of Phimosis Treatment
In the United States, insurances cover the cost of phimosis treatment in adults as it is considered a medically necessary procedure.
Same-Day Consultation and Circumcision
At New York Urology Specialists, we over same-day consultation and circumcision procedure for the treatment of phimosis. This option is convenient for patients who are traveling from outside New York City and for those patients who wished to minimize the amount of time spent on commuting.
In order to schedule a same-day consultation and circumcision procedure, please contact our office and inform us that you wish to schedule a same-day procedure. You will be asked to make a non-refundable deposit to secure an appointment.
If you do not wish to commit to the procedure, you can first schedule a consultation without making a deposit; you will be able to schedule circumcision on another day.
Did you know? Dr. Shteynshlyuger has performed over 1,000 penile surgeries, including penile implants, correction of Peyronie’s disease, circumcisions, circumcision revisions, frenuloplasty, and congenital penile curvature. He performs 150-200 penile surgeries a year.
Read Real Stories of Men who Underwent Treatment for Penis Problems at New York Urology Specialists.
We offer treatment for penile problems, including ED, Peyronie’s disease, foreskin irritation, penile cysts, skin bridges, and other problems to patients within driving distance to our offices as well as from other states and countries. Our patients come from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and over 70 countries worldwide.
- Read RealStories: Circumcision for the treatment of recurrent balanitis and balanoposthitis in a 43-year-old man
- Read RealStories: Circumcision for a 49-year-old man with BXO – out-of-state – Drove
- Read RealStories: Circumcision Phimosis for a 35-year-old man and urinary problems – International Patient
- Read RealStories: Circumcision revision due to pain and discomfort for a 37-year-old man
- Read RealStories: Foreskin irritation and recurrent balanitis – 21 yo balanitis and frenulum breve
- Read RealStories: 19-year-old Penile Adhesions Skin Bridge
- Read RealStories: 32-year-old Penoscrotal Web Surgery
- Read RealStories: 47-year-old with ED – Tadalafil Does Not Work
What do Penile Problems Look Like?
You can find pictures of penile problems, including before and after treatment images, in our image gallery.
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Cost of Treatment and Insurance
At New York Urology Specialists, we offer affordable treatment for men. Our prices are low for patients without insurance and for those who have high insurance copays, high deductibles, or insurance plans that do not cover treatment costs.
We accept many health insurance plans. We would be happy to verify your eligibility and benefits and to provide you with detailed information on your health plan’s coverage. Financing options and credit options are available to help you pay for medical care.
Why Choose New York Urology Specialists for Treatment of Phimosis?
- All treatment is performed by a board-certified urologist experienced in treating men with penile problems, symptoms of ED, premature ejaculation, and other sexual problems using medical therapy, minimally invasive therapies, lasers, and surgery.
- We are one of the few practices in the region to offer a full range of options for the treatment of sexual, penile, and erection problems in men.
- We offer diagnostic testing in our office, which avoids hospital costs.
- We offer treatment options for balanitis, genital warts, phimosis, Peyronie’s disease, and penile cysts in our office, which avoids the risks, costs, and recovery from general anesthesia.
- Extensive Experience: Thousands of men have been treated successfully using medical therapy, penis surgery, penile injections with Trimix, penile plication, plaque excision, and grafting, and penile implant surgery.
- Confidential and Understanding Care. We understand that most of our patients desire privacy. We see patients with a variety of urological problems. Your reason for visiting us is entirely confidential.
- We are conveniently located within a 30-60 minute commute to men who are seeking ED treatment in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Westchester, Long Island, Bronx, and New Jersey.
Scheduling Appointments for Phimosis Treatment at New York Urology Specialists
If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-5747.
We have excellent reviews from patients and their partners. Information for out-of-state and international patients.
We offer affordable prices for treatment by a top urologist with or without insurance.
Penile Problems are Treatable in Nearly Every Man
At New York Urology Specialists, our urologists are specially trained in the evaluation and treatment of penile problems and erectile dysfunction. We understand the challenges that penile problems create for our patients, their relationships, and their self-esteem. We help you find a treatment for erectile dysfunction that fits your needs, lifestyle, and your preferences.
Urologists are doctors specializing in the treatment of men with erectile dysfunction. By virtue of our experience and skill, we can offer an effective treatment option for nearly every man who desires an effective treatment for penile problems. We specialize in minimally invasive, highly effective treatment for symptoms of penile pain, urethral burning, foreskin inflammation, and penile cancer. Many treatment procedures are performed in the convenience and privacy of office settings under local anesthesia. We offer medical and surgical treatment for erectile dysfunction.
We Treat Some of the Most Complex ED Problems Including:
- Erectile dysfunction in men with prostate cancer after radical prostatectomy
- Impotence in men with diabetes.
- Erectile dysfunction in men with Peyronie’s disease
- Erectile dysfunction in men for whom medications do not work.
- Erection problems in men with low testosterone.
- The foreskin that cannot be pulled back
- Turtle-neck penis “peno-scrotal web“
- Penile skin adhesions
- Circumcision Revision
- Penile Skin Bridges
- ShangRing Circumcision
- Phimosis Treatment
- Frenulum Breve Treatment in Men
- Penile Pain During Sex
- Impotence in men with diabetes.
- Erectile dysfunction in men for whom medications do not work.
- Loose circumcision vs tight circumcision
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If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-5747.
We have excellent reviews from patients and their partners. Information for out-of-state and international patients.
We offer affordable prices for treatment by a top urologist with or without insurance.