Description
Paraphimosis is the inability to pull the foreskin back over the head of the penis after it has been retracted in an uncircumcised male. The foreskin acts as a tourniquet and decreases the blood supply to the head of the penis. Paraphimosis is a medical emergency and treatment should be sought immediately.
Symptoms
Symptoms include pain and swelling of the retracted foreskin and head of the penis.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical will be performed. The diagnosis can usually be confirmed on exam.
Specialists:
Urology, Pediatric Urology
Workup:
A history and physical will be performed. The diagnosis can usually be confirmed on exam.
Specialists:
Urology, Pediatric Urology
Treatment
Treatment involves compression of the penis. Then, the doctor will attempt to pull the foreskin back over the head of the penis. If this is unsuccessful, the doctor will numb the foreskin and make an incision to release the pressure. A circumcision may be performed.