Phimosis is a painful condition provoked by an intense narrowing of the foreskin of the male penis. The result of this process is considered the impracticability of the absolute disclosure of the head, as well as the complication of urination and sexual life of men. One of the most likely factors for the manifestation of this disease is intrauterine maldevelopment of connective tissue cells. Actually for this reason, signs of this pathology often appear not only in sexually mature men, but also in young males.
The benefits of ointments
The main advantage of using these pharmaceuticals is, of course, considered to be the preservation of the foreskin ring and the exclusion of any surgical intervention on the problem organ. However, in order to reduce all the negative manifestations of the disease in full, it is not enough to use an ointment or cream from phimosis. In most cases, doctors recommend that the stronger sex also use this method of treating an ailment, such as stretching the foreskin of the penis. It is the combination of these 2 conservative treatment methods that guarantees the best results.
It has been confirmed that corticosteroid agents in the form of ointments and creams significantly increase the elasticity of the cellular structures of connective tissue, as a result of which the elasticity of the skin also increases. The systematic application of this therapeutic agent to the area of the head of the penis, as well as the gradual extension of the foreskin ring, helps get rid of the disease forever.
In addition to its own therapeutic effect on the male genital organ, many ointments based on glucocorticosteroids have a manifested anti-inflammatory and healing effect. Apply a cream or ointment for the treatment of phimosis should be no more than 2 times a day. The patient must certainly monitor the absence of pain during the period of the manipulation. All sorts of painful changes on a diseased organ - for example, the appearance of scars or adhesions - should be an occasion for an emergency visit to a urologist.
Features of the treatment of phimosis in men with ointments
The basis of non-surgical treatment of physiological phimosis consists in the gradual and accurate stretching of the foreskin. In this case, the output of the head is traced. It is forbidden to allow simultaneous withdrawal: this leads to the rupture of the foreskin.
Stretching operations are preferably carried out after the bath. Baths with chamomile, a series to prevent inflammation and scabies, may be helpful. The skin is made more elastic. It can be treated with corticosteroid ointments. Most often it is produced at the age of five to seven years. But such ointments are used as a last resort.
What to look for?
The problem of choosing an ointment is preferably assigned to a professional. Otherwise, you can worsen your own situation.
There are a number of laws that should be followed when selecting a product:
- Firstly, it is necessary to be convinced that a person has this particular disease. It is quite difficult to establish this kind of conclusion yourself, for this reason, at the first signs of the manifestation of the disease, you must go to the urologist.
- Secondly, it is important to correctly establish the stage of development of the disease, since the selection of the means and the method of its use depend on this. Set the stage, again, can only be a professional.
- Thirdly, with certain forms of phimosis, ointment therapy will not produce practically any result, and only vice versa can worsen the situation. For this reason, do not self-medicate and entrust the selection of a method of therapy to specialists.
- Fourthly, if contraction is accompanied by the formation of other diseases that have an enterobacterial nature, practically no ointments can be categorically used!
It is impossible to detect the presence of other diseases in the active course of the inflammatory process, for this reason, be sure to consult a specialist.
Akriderm
The effectiveness of Akriderm with this pathology has not been confirmed, however, multiple aspirations of self-medication have enabled patients to note that applying a hormonal ointment to the foreskin with phimosis eases the condition. This can be explained by the fact that the local corticosteroid (betamethasone) entering the structure of the ointment interferes with the formation of additional skin adhesions. This explains the specific effectiveness of Acriderm in the early stages of the disease.
In the treatment of grade 3 phimosis, Akriderm ointment is able to have a positive effect due to its own secondary effect in the form of skin atrophy - prolonged application of the ointment to the foreskin leads to its atrophy (depletion) and exposure of the head.
Prednisolone
Contrary to the fact that the prednisolone ointment has the same system of influence as Cortisol, its effect is approximately 4–5 times higher. Based on this, use the tool must be very careful.
In the treatment of phimosis, Prednisone ointment is applied to the foreskin of the penis with a thin layer and rubbed with fingers. The course of therapy is two weeks, however, apply the ointment three times a day should be approximately half the specified time. Then the frequency of doses per day must be gradually reduced so as not to provoke a “withdrawal syndrome” of the drug. The most effective use of ointment for phimosis under a sterile dressing. In the event that all sorts of secondary effects occur that indicate poor tolerance of the product, the use of the drug must be interrupted or the dose reduced.
Ointment "Prednisolone" and its analogues ("Decortin", "Petroleum", "Fusimet") can be used only after consultation with the attending physician, who must not only write out the prescription form for the patient to purchase the product, but also tell you in detail how to use ointment.
"Levomekol"
"Levomekol" with phimosis in men is an effective tool aimed at preventing the inflammation factor, as a result of which the signs of pathology are reduced and the patient's condition improves.
Treatment of phimosis with ointment "Levomekol" can be carried out in different ways: use to treat inflamed areas or apply as a compress. The cream has an anti-inflammatory effect, for this reason it can be used in the treatment of phimosis. Other useful properties include the wound healing effect of the product, as a result of which Levomekol rapidly renews damaged areas in case of damage to the penis.
"Clobetasol"
An ointment for the treatment of phimosis in children must be applied to the penis every day until the signs of the disease completely disappear. In more serious cases, you can make small dressings: for this, gauze or bandage must be soaked with ointment and applied to the inguinal region, for example, at night.
Be careful, Clobetasol is not recommended for a very long time, for this reason, if recovery does not occur within 5 days, you should again contact a specialist and change the course of therapy.
Diprosalik
Often, experts prescribe "Diprosalik" - a corticosteroid ointment for the treatment of phimosis. The method reduces inflammation, eliminates irritation, burning. Redness, harmful bacteria are destroyed. Connective tissue lengthens, leading to recovery. The product contains 2 active elements: betamethasone dipropionate and salicylic acid. Components fight inflammation, infections.
Apply the ointment after the bath. The affected area should be covered. After application, the preputial bag should be carefully stretched. The fingers are placed under the foreskin. Similar movements should be carried out for 10 minutes. Over time, the stretched area of the skin will lead to recovery. The method is applied twice a day. The treatment lasts from one week to a month, depending on the degree of the disease.
Hydrocortisone ointment
Hydrocortisone is a prescription medication, the anti-inflammatory effect of which is provided by appropriate devices. An ointment for the treatment of phimosis in adults is rapidly and effectively combating a number of pathologies, including psoriasis, dermatitis, lichen, seborrhea and eczema. The drug is rubbed into the tissues of the genital organ, depending on the doctor’s prescription, 2–4 times a day.
Usually a two-week course is absolutely enough to get rid of inflammation. However, the course can be discontinued earlier if during treatment, side effects are found in the form of skin atrophy, hemorrhages, fungal infections.
Betamezon
The ointment is preferably applied immediately after shower to wet skin. The frequency of use, as well as the duration of the course of treatment, must be determined by the doctor, but, as a rule, therapy lasts no more than 2 weeks. In more severe cases, you can make small dressings: soak the bandage with ointment and apply it to the desired area for the night.
"Betamethasone" is not recommended for patients with syphilis, tuberculosis, varicose veins, diabetes mellitus, gastric ulcer, as well as various mental illnesses.
As side effects of using the product, intense sweating, age spots, and a dermatological rash can be noted.
Prolonged use of the product can provoke an increase in total body weight (since the drug is considered hormonal), an increase in the amount of sugar in the blood, the occurrence of edema, "jumps" in blood pressure, and insomnia.
If stretch marks appear, discontinue therapy immediately and consult a professional.
Ointments after surgery
There are many names of ointments for the treatment of phimosis after surgery.
Taking into account the fact that the product reduces the regenerative movements at the site of application along with the removal of inflammation, it is strictly forbidden to use corticosteroids in places subjected to surgical procedures.
Should any other means be used for rapid wound healing? Only the attending physician in each case can answer this question. With a safely conducted procedure and following the patient absolutely all the prescriptions of the rehabilitation period, as a rule, practically no funds, antiseptic blood, are not needed.
Sometimes a doctor may prescribe "Methylorucil Ointment" to speed up skin repair. It is perfectly compatible with local antiseptics and antibiotics, for this reason, when used correctly, the scheme of which is prescribed by the attending doctor, it is possible to achieve cure after the procedure with the support of this drug as soon as possible.