Today we performed ZSR Circumcision for 2 patients suffering from secondary phimosis due to diabetes.
Secondary Phimosis is extremely common in Diabetics. Diabetes leads to balanoposthitis which can be very painful for patients. In today’s post we will understand what is Diabetic Balanoposthitis and its treatment in New Delhi India.
As you know we are the Only Authorised ZSR Circumcision Center in North India. ZSR Circumcision is the best daycare treatment for Diabetic balanoposthitis.
Pictures of Diabetic Balanoposthtitis
What is Diabetic Balanoposthitis ?
Diabetic balanoposthtitis is a type of secondary phimosis. It is defined as the inflammation, swelling and tearing of foreskin, frenulum and the glans in Diabetic men. It occurs due to following reasons.
- Diabetes cause microvascular damage causing endarteritis of the foreskin
- Tissue damage and necrosis of the foreskin blood supply
- Recurrent infections
- Swelling and edema
- Recurrent tears cause tissue scarring and phimosis
- Glanular inflammation
- Collection of smegma in the dead space
This can cause severe swelling and pain in the foreskin area. Retracting the foreskin becomes difficult. Patients get painful recurrent cuts when having intercourse.
Treatment of Diabetic Balanoposthitis in New Delhi India
- Control diabetes. Manage blood sugar in target range.
- Maintain strict hygiene and cleanliness.
- Use of emollients and moisturizers
Circumcision by ZSR method is the definitive treatment of Diabetic Balanoposthitis
