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  PHIMOSIS  Phimosis  is defined as the inability to retract the skin (foreskin or prepuce) covering the head (glans) of the penis. The tip of the penis appears as a tight ring or a rubber band preventing from retraction.   It is of two types   Physiological phimosis   Children are born with tight foreskin during birth and separation occurs naturally around 2-4 years of age. This condition is normal in infants.   Pathological Phimosis   The phimosis occurs due to repeated inflammation retraction of the foreskin leading to bleeding, scarring, and infection.   Symptoms    If there is a painful ballooning or difficulty during urination then it advised for the treatment.   Diagnosis and Evaluation   Phimosis leads to penile irritation or bleeding, painful urination and erections, ballooning of foreskin with pain and difficulty during urination, urinary retention, recurrent infections,...