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Penis foreskin loosening
Phimosis is a condition in which the penis foreskin is too tight to be pulled back over the glans penis. An immediate treatment is required when phimosis is symptomatic. Common symptoms are redness, swelling and problems while urinating. Loosening of the foreskin is achieved by surgical procedure. Circumcision is considered if other treatments did not respond. Possible complications are bleeding and infection.
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