Phimosis in infants is a condition in which the foreskin or foreskin of the penis is attached to the head of the penis and cannot be pulled back from around the tip of the penis. This condition is common in infants and children who have not been circumcised.
As your little one gets older, the foreskin of the penis will loosen and separate on its own from the head of the penis. Even so, in some cases phimosis in infants can also continue until puberty. If this condition occurs, treatment from a doctor is needed to avoid health problems in children.
Phimosis Conditions in Babies That Need to be Watched
Phimosis in infants is a congenital condition and is normal for babies. Phimosis generally does not require special treatment because the attachment of the foreskin and the head of the penis will naturally separate when the child is 5-7 years old.
In some children, phimosis can occur until he enters puberty. If this condition is experienced by your child, don't worry too much as long as there are no other accompanying complaints.
However, if phimosis is accompanied by symptoms of redness, pain, swelling, or difficulty urinating, take your child to the doctor immediately. Because this condition requires medical treatment and treatment.
How to Treat Phimosis in Babies
There is no specific treatment for phimosis in infants. It is not recommended that you pull the foreskin from the head of the penis forcibly as this can cause pain and damage the foreskin of the penis.
So, just clean the penis regularly using warm water and mild soap every time you bathe your child. After that, dry gently and avoid sprinkling powder on the child's penis as this can trigger skin irritation.
How to Overcome Phimosis in Babies
The doctor will perform a physical examination and assess the symptoms of phimosis experienced by the baby to provide appropriate treatment for the condition he is experiencing. Treatment steps that may be given may include:
Corticosteroid cream
A doctor-prescribed corticosteroid cream should be applied to the tip of the foreskin of the penis up to 3 times a day, for 1 month. The purpose of using this cream is to help loosen the skin.
Circumcision
Circumcision is considered the best treatment option for phimosis. Make sure you first consult with your doctor regarding circumcision surgery for babies. Ask about the methods, risks, and when is the right time for a child to be circumcised.
Phimosis in infants needs to be treated appropriately. The treatment of phimosis in infants is different from phimosis in childhood or puberty, so you are advised to consult a doctor so that your baby gets the appropriate treatment.
