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Regarding Foreskin of Kid.
Hello Dr.
I just want to know that it is necessary to open the foreskin of kid. Everyone is insisting to open with the help of malish or some other methods.
And if it is note done we have to go for operation.
Please help me in this regard.
Thanks.
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No need to retract skin
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Foreskin should never be forcibly retracted as it can lead to bleeding and scarring
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After 5 to 7 yrs, if possible gently retract to clean
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Dr. Paresh J Shah
Pediatrician
41 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
After 2yr foreskin should be retractable
Can wait for sometime. Don't forcibly retract foreskin.
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take paediatric surgeon opinion
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Vinit M Mehta
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Vadodara
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Preferably not till 7 years of age
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