Acute Paraphimosis
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 4, 2025.
Acute paraphimosis is abnormal tightness of the foreskin. The foreskin covers the glans (tip) of the penis. The foreskin can be pulled back onto the penis to uncover the tip. Acute paraphimosis prevents your foreskin from being pushed back over the tip.
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DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Return to the emergency department if:
- You have sudden pain or swelling in your penis.
- You lose feeling in your penis.
- You have an open wound on your penis.
Call your doctor if:
- Your signs and symptoms return or worsen.
- You have pain during sexual activities.
- You have questions or concerns about your condition or care.
Medicines:
- Prescription pain medicine may be given. Ask your healthcare provider how to take this medicine safely. Some prescription pain medicines contain acetaminophen. Do not take other medicines that contain acetaminophen without talking to your healthcare provider. Too much acetaminophen may cause liver damage. Prescription pain medicine may cause constipation. Ask your healthcare provider how to prevent or treat constipation.
- Take your medicine as directed. Contact your healthcare provider if you think your medicine is not helping or if you have side effects. Tell your provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Keep a list of the medicines, vitamins, and herbs you take. Include the amounts, and when and why you take them. Bring the list or the pill bottles to follow-up visits. Carry your medicine list with you in case of an emergency.
Treatment options
The following list of medications are related to or used in the treatment of this condition.
Self-care:
- Do not have sex until your healthcare provider says it is okay. Do not have any sexual activity for 7 to 10 days, to allow the penis to heal. Sexual activity includes intercourse and masturbation. Ask when you can go back to your usual sexual activities.
- Keep your penis clean. Clean your penis every day by removing the smegma around the tip. Ask for more information about foreskin care.
- Gently move your foreskin back to the normal position. Every time your foreskin is pulled back, make sure it returns to its original position. The foreskin must always cover the tip. Do not force the foreskin back over the tip. Force can cause scars to form on the penis.
- Do not use penile rings. Penile rings can cause swelling and infection.
Follow up with your doctor as directed:
Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.
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