Short frenulum - causes, treatment methods

A short bridle is a problem that affects a fairly large group of men. It is then that the cause of the pain that accompanies sexual intercourse arises. In addition, it can stretch or even tear. However, there are methods by which you can solve this problem.

1. Short frenulum - causes

The frenulum is part of the anatomical structure of the penis. This is a small skin fold that connects the foreskin to the glans penis. This is a very touch sensitive place. It happens that there are anomalies of the anatomy of the frenulum, which may be congenital or appear as a result, for example, of injuries. When the frenulum is too short, it is considered a birth defect. Later, frenulum anomalies may result from ongoing inflammation or mechanical damage. Too short a frenulum most often causes pain, which negatively affects a man's sexual life. In addition, this defect can lead to injuries during sexual intercourse, which often have to be treated surgically.

2. Short frenulum - treatment methods

Methods for treating a short frenulum depend on whether the man has already suffered any injury or is undergoing treatment voluntarily.

The most common treatment for a short frenulum is to trim it. The procedure is that the bridle is cut and then sewn properly, as a result of which it is lengthened. The procedure itself is quite short and lasts from several to several minutes and does not require general anesthesia. Enough local anesthesia. The healing time is usually about a week. After it, you must have at least a one-time control visit. In addition, it is recommended to use enhanced intimate hygiene. Additionally, you need to pay attention to the type of underwear, which should not be tight-fitting and made of artificial material. As for daily activities, there are no contraindications, but sitting should be avoided. In addition, sexual abstinence for several weeks is recommended so as not to irritate the treated area.

In a situation where the frenulum has already torn, an immediate visit to the doctor is not needed unless the bleeding is too heavy. Sometimes the frenulum elongates spontaneously. In such a situation, it is also desirable to conduct a thorough hygiene of the damaged area and limit sexual contact for a while. If, on the other hand, after the lesions have healed, pain reappears or the frenulum is torn, a visit to the doctor will be indispensable.

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