What a Penile Adhesion

A penile adhesion is a condition in which the skin of the penis sticks to the head of the penis. This can occur as a result of trauma, inflammation, or infection. In most cases, penile adhesions are not serious and can be easily treated with topical steroids or creams. However, in some cases, surgery may be necessary to correct the condition.

Symptoms of a penile adhesion include:

* Difficulty retracting the foreskin

* Pain during urination or sexual intercourse

* A visible band of skin connecting the penis to the foreskin

* Redness, swelling, or inflammation of the penis

Treatment for a penile adhesion typically involves the use of topical steroids or creams. These medications can help to reduce inflammation and scarring, and can often resolve the adhesion without the need for surgery. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to correct the adhesion. This may be done using a variety of techniques, including:

* Excision: The adhesion is surgically removed.

* Z-plasty: A surgical technique that involves creating a Z-shaped incision to release the adhesion.

* Transverse preputial incision: A surgical technique that involves making a transverse incision across the foreskin to release the adhesion.

The type of surgery that is used to correct a penile adhesion will depend on the severity of the condition and the preferences of the surgeon.

Risk factors for developing penile adhesions include:

* Trauma to the penis

* Infection of the penis

* Inflammation of the penis

* Poor hygiene

* Phimosis (a condition in which the foreskin cannot be retracted)

* Balanitis (a condition in which the head of the penis is inflamed)

Outlook

The outlook for penile adhesions is generally good. Most cases can be successfully treated with topical steroids or creams. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to correct the condition. However, this is typically a straightforward procedure with a high success rate.