Troublesome Foreskin

Hi Jeeper,

I have had the same problem for several years.  I did see an urologist who proscribed me the steroid cream which I used and it seemed to improve matters but as you say, if you stop using the cream, the problem returns.  It's got really bad in recent months and I'm trying to see urology again.

Steve

I had this same problem after radiotherapy and HT for 2 years, the foreskin was tight and painful during sex, I explored the circumcision option too.

I also had recurring balanitis and was given steroid cream, which didn’t really help.

However due to the hormone imbalance in my body at the time I came to the conclusion that I had chronic thrush, so used canestan cream which worked in reducing the pain and making the foreskin more elastic and not painful

Once I stopped the bicalutamide this gradually became less of a problem to the point that it’s back to normal. If I ever suspect a hint of thrush I slap on some canestan for a few days and have no issues whatsoever now

Nowadays, like Kayaker Bill, I too find that Canesten (brand name for clotrimazole) does the trick whenever my foreskin starts to get a bit tight. It's pretty immediate too, which is a huge relief.

I sincerely hope that you too find a way through this in time.

If you think you might be getting repeated thrush or other fungal infections, it's worth getting your blood glucose level checked.

Also, if you are using a lubricant containing glycerin (most do), it leaves sugars behind afterwards which can promote fungal growth (usually more of a problem for women). As a bloke, you can at least wash it off soon afterwards.

Edited by member 19 Sep 2021 at 22:47  | Reason: Not specified

Well chaps, I've just had my 6 month check with the urologist and he tells me that despite the tight foreskin being at it's best for 3 years, I still need to have it removed.  In fact he looked surprised when I said I'd not had the op yet - he'd assumed it had already been done.  Clearly he does not fully understand the problems with waiting lists at present.

Despite his advice to get it removed, I have decided against medical advice and have told him I don't want it removing.   He looked at bit miffed but agreed to my request.

Have I made the wrong decision?  Thanks.